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How to get fromAstoria to Rikers Islandby bus, taxi, or foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Astoria to Rikers Island by bus, taxi, or foot

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  1. Bus

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    1. Take the bus from 21 St/30 Av to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Islandbus bus Q100
    15 min
    $3–8

  2. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Astoria to Rikers Islandtaxi taxi 5.9 mi
    11 min
    $26–31

  3. Walk

    1. Take the foot from Astoria to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Islandwalk walk 2.5 mi
    48 min

  4. Bus via Rikers Island

    1. Take the bus from 21 St/30 Av to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Islandbus bus Q100
    21 min
    $3–8

Astoria to Rikers Island by bus and foot

Calendar529Weekly Services
Duration15 minAverage Duration
Ticket$3Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 3.6 mi
  • Duration: 15 min

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

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 21 St/30 Av to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 15 min.

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