How to get from Long Island City to Upper West Side by subway?

From Long Island City to Upper West Side by subway

To get from Long Island City to Upper West Side in Manhattan, take the 7X subway from Vernon Blvd-Jackson Av station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Long Island City may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

29min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 7X
Subway - 1
Leaves from Vernon Blvd-Jackson Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Vernon Blvd-Jackson Av
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - 7X
    Wait for subway
    7X
    34 St-Hudson Yards
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    8 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 5
    Ride to subway station 86 St
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Long Island City to Upper West Side

The distance between Long Island City, Manhattan and Upper West Side, Manhattan is approximately 4.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 29 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Long Island City to Upper West Side by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Long Island City to Upper West Side

To check the subway schedule from Long Island City to Upper West Side using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Long Island City) and destination (Upper West Side), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Long Island City to Upper West Side?

    The fastest way takes 29 minutes, using Subway line 7X, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct subway between Long Island City and Upper West Side?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 29 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Long Island City to Upper West Side?

    The 7X subway line goes from Vernon Blvd-Jackson Av station near Long Island City in Queens to Times Sq-42 St station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Times Sq-42 St station near Upper West Side in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Long Island City to Upper West Side by subway?

    The total travel time between Long Island City in Queens and Upper West Side in Manhattan by subway is about 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Long Island City to get to Upper West Side?

    Get on the 7X subway from the Vernon Blvd-Jackson Av station near Long Island City in Queens.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Long Island City and Upper West Side?

    Get off the subway at the Times Sq-42 St station, which is closest to Upper West Side in Manhattan.

  • How much is the subway fare from Long Island City to Upper West Side?

    The ride from Long Island City to Upper West Side costs $3.00.

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