Cities Near Washington Heights
Cities near Washington Heights, New York: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including North Bergen, Wakefield, Corona. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Washington Heights, New York is North Bergen, about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Bergen | 5 mi / 8 km | 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Wakefield | 5 mi / 9 km | 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Corona | 8 mi / 13 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Clifton | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Park Slope | 13 mi / 20 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Greenburgh | 14 mi / 22 km | 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Newark | 15 mi / 24 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Wayne | 19 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hempstead | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Staten Island | 23 mi / 36 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Washington Heights
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: North Bergen, Wakefield, Corona, Clifton, Park Slope. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Washington Heights include North Bergen, Wakefield, Corona, Clifton, Park Slope. The closest is North Bergen, about 5 miles (8 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.