The average train between South Ferry (Station) and Long Island City takes 32 min and the fastest train takes 29 min. The train runs at least 9 times per hour from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 10 minutes between South Ferry (Station) and Long Island City. The earliest departure is at 4:41 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from South Ferry (Station) is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Long Island City at 8:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 32 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City. However, there are services departing from South Ferry (Station) station and arriving at Long Island City station via 42 St-Times Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32 min.
South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City train services, operated by MTA, depart from South Ferry station.
South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Hunters Point Av station.
The distance between South Ferry (Station) and Long Island City is 7.2 km. The road distance is 10 km.
You can take a subway from South Ferry to Hunters Point Av via 42 St-Times Square in around 28 min.