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How to get from Union Square to Williamsburg by subway?

By subway

Take one direct subway from Union Square to Williamsburg in New York - New Jersey: take the L subway from 14 St-Union Sq station to Bedford Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 12 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

12min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - L
Leaves from 14 St-Union Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - L
    Wait for subway
    L
    Canarsie-Rockaway Pkwy
  • 3
    Ride to subway station Bedford Av
    Ride to subway station
    Bedford Av
    6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by subway via 4, 7 and G

To get from Union Square to Williamsburg in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 subway lines: take the 4 subway from 14 St-Union Sq station to Grand Central-42 St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 7 subway and finally take the G subway from Court Sq station to Nassau Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

46min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - 4
Subway - 7
Subway - G
Walk to Williamsburg
Leaves from 14 St-Union Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - 4
    Wait for subway
    4
    Woodlawn
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    6 min
  • 4
    Subway - 7
    Wait for subway
    7
    Flushing-Main St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Court Sq
    8 min
  • 6
    Subway - G
    Wait for subway
    G
    Church Av
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Nassau Av
    5 min
  • 8
    Walk to Williamsburg
    Walk to
    Williamsburg
    0.55 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Square to Williamsburg

The distance between Union Square, New York - New Jersey and Williamsburg, New York - New Jersey is approximately 2.22 mi, which can typically be travelled in 12 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Square to Williamsburg by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Union Square

Union Square is located at Union Square, New York - New Jersey and the nearest public transit station is 5 Av/W 14 St.

Subway stations close to Union Square:

  • 14 St/6 Av
  • 14 St-Union Sq
  • 23 St

Train stations close to Union Square:

  • 14th Street

Bus stations close to Union Square:

  • 5 Av/W 14 St
  • W 14 St/5 Av
  • Union Sq East/E 15 St

Public transit stations close to Williamsburg, New York - New Jersey

Williamsburg is located at Williamsburg, New York - New Jersey and the nearest public transit station is Bedford Av/N 8 St.

Subway stations close to Williamsburg:

  • Bedford Av
  • Lorimer St
  • Metropolitan Av

Bus stations close to Williamsburg:

  • Bedford Av/N 8 St
  • Bedford Av/N 5 St
  • Driggs Av/N 6 St

Ferry stations close to Williamsburg:

  • North Williamsburg

Alternative route by subway via 4, 7 and G

To get from Union Square to Williamsburg in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 subway lines: take the 4 subway from 14 St-Union Sq station to Grand Central-42 St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 7 subway and finally take the G subway from Court Sq station to Nassau Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

46min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - 4
Subway - 7
Subway - G
Walk to Williamsburg
Leaves from 14 St-Union Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - 4
    Wait for subway
    4
    Woodlawn
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    6 min
  • 4
    Subway - 7
    Wait for subway
    7
    Flushing-Main St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Court Sq
    8 min
  • 6
    Subway - G
    Wait for subway
    G
    Church Av
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Nassau Av
    5 min
  • 8
    Walk to Williamsburg
    Walk to
    Williamsburg
    0.55 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Square to Williamsburg?

    The fastest way takes 12 minutes, using Bus line L.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Union Square to Williamsburg?

    The alternative route takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 4, Bus line 7, Bus line G.

  • Is there a direct subway between Union Square and Williamsburg?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Union Square in Manhattan to Williamsburg in New York - New Jersey in 12 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Union Square to Williamsburg?

    The L subway line goes from 14 St-Union Sq station near Union Square in Manhattan to Canarsie-Rockaway Pkwy station near Williamsburg in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Square to Williamsburg by subway?

    The total travel time between Union Square in Manhattan and Williamsburg in New York - New Jersey by subway is about 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Union Square to get to Williamsburg?

    Get on the L subway from the 14 St-Union Sq station near Union Square in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Union Square and Williamsburg?

    Get off the subway at the Bedford Av station, which is closest to Williamsburg in New York - New Jersey.

  • When is the last subway from Union Square to Williamsburg?

    The last subway from Union Square in Manhattan to Williamsburg in New York - New Jersey is the 14 St-Canarsie Local line. It leaves the 14 St-Union Sq station at 3:48 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Union Square to Williamsburg?

    The ride from Union Square to Williamsburg costs $2.90.

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