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How to get fromBroadway/W 242 St to Governors Islandby subway, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Broadway/W 242 St to Governors Island by subway, ferry, or bus

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  1. Line 1 subway, ferry

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    1. Take the subway from Van Cortlandt Park-242 St to South Ferrysubway subway 1
    2. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry ferry Sb
    2h 20m
    $8

  2. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 246 St to 5 Av/W 33 Stbus bus
    2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 33 St to Broadway/Rector Stbus bus M55
    3. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry ferry Sb
    3h 7m
    $8–12

Broadway/W 242 St to Governors Island by subway, foot, and ferry

Calendar92Weekly Services
Duration2h 20mAverage Duration
Ticket$8Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 18 mi
  • Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Broadway/W 242 St, NY, USA and Governors Island, New York County, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Broadway/W 242 St to Governors Island. However, you can take the line 1 subway to South Ferry, walk to Wall St/Pier 11, then take the ferry to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Broadway/W 242 St to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier via Broadway/W 246 St, 5 Av/W 33 St, Broadway/Rector St, and Wall St/Pier 11 in around 3h 7m.

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