What is the cheapest way to get from Astoria to City Island?

The cheapest way to get from Astoria to City Island is to line 6 subway which costs $3 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Astoria to City Island?

The fastest way to get from Astoria to City Island is to bus which takes 22 min and costs $3 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Astoria and City Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 3 Av/E 97 St and arriving at Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Astoria and City Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 96 St and arriving at Pelham Bay Park. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Astoria to City Island?

The distance between Astoria and City Island is 10 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

How do I travel from Astoria to City Island without a car?

The best way to get from Astoria to City Island without a car is to bus which takes 22 min and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Astoria to City Island?

The bus from 3 Av/E 97 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Astoria to City Island bus from?

Astoria to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 3 Av/E 97 St station.

Where do I catch the Astoria to City Island train from?

Astoria to City Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from 96 St station.

Where does the Astoria to City Island bus arrive?

Astoria to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl station.

Where does the Astoria to City Island train arrive?

Astoria to City Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Pelham Bay Park station.

Can I drive from Astoria to City Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Astoria to City Island is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Astoria to City Island.

Where can I stay near City Island?

There are 2882+ hotels available in City Island.

Astoria to City Island - 5 ways to travel via bus, line 6 subway, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Astoria to City Island by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 3 Av/E 97 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Plbus BxM7
22 min
$3–8
Line 6 subway
1. Take the subway from 96 St to Pelham Bay Parksubway 6 / ...
36 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Astoria to City Islandtaxi 13.1 mi
22 min
$50–60
Drive 13.1 mi
1. Drive from Astoria to City Islandcar 13.1 mi
22 min
$3–4
Line 6 subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 96 St to Pelham Bay Parksubway 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bruckner Blvd/Wilkinson Av to City Island Av/Fordham Stbus Bx29
57 min
$6–11

Astoria to City Island by bus

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Distance: 10.4 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Astoria, NY, USA and City Island, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 3 Av/E 97 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from 96 St to Pelham Bay Park every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 36 min.

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