What is the cheapest way to get from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island?

The cheapest way to get from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island?

The fastest way to get from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Brooklyn Bridge and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pearl St/Beekman St and arriving at 1 Av/E 57 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Brooklyn Bridge and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Dumbo/Fulton Ferry and arriving at East 34th Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between Brooklyn Bridge and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from York St and arriving at Roosevelt Island. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island?

The distance between Brooklyn Bridge and Roosevelt Island is 4 miles. The road distance is 7.9 miles.

How do I travel from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island without a car?

The best way to get from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island without a car is to ferry which takes 28 min and costs $5.

How long does it take to get from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island?

The ferry from Dumbo/Fulton Ferry to East 34th Street takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island bus from?

Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Pearl St/Beekman St station.

Where do I catch the Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island train from?

Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from York St station.

Where does the Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island bus arrive?

Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 1 Av/E 57 St station.

Where does the Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island train arrive?

Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Roosevelt Island station.

Can I drive from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island.

Where can I stay near Roosevelt Island?

There are 3943+ hotels available in Roosevelt Island.

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There are 5 ways to get from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island by ferry, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Dumbo/Fulton Ferry to East 34th Streetferry Er
28 min
$5
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Islandcar 7.9 mi
17 min
$2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from York St to Roosevelt Islandsubway F
29 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pearl St/Beekman St to 1 Av/E 57 Stbus M15-Sbs
1h 3m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Islandtaxi 7.9 mi
17 min
$30–40

Brooklyn Bridge to Roosevelt Island by foot and ferry

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Distance: 4.2 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Brooklyn Bridge, NY, USA and Roosevelt Island, NY, USA?

NYC Ferry operates a ferry from Dumbo/Fulton Ferry to East 34th Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from York St to Roosevelt Island every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 23 min.

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