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

The cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Brooklyn and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Empire Blvd/Washington Av and arriving at Manhattan Av/Greenpoint Av. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Brooklyn and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Church Av and arriving at Lexington Avenue/59th Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island?

The distance between Brooklyn and Roosevelt Island is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island without a car is to line 5 subway which takes 36 min and costs $3.

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

The line 5 subway from Church Av to Lexington Avenue/59th Street takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Empire Blvd/Washington Av station.

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

Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from Church Av station.

Where does the Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island bus arrive?

Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Manhattan Av/Greenpoint Av station.

Where does the Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island train arrive?

Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Lexington Avenue/59th Street station.

Can I drive from Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island is 10 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island.

Where can I stay near Roosevelt Island?

There are 3572+ hotels available in Roosevelt Island.

Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island - 5 ways to travel via line 5 subway, bus

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

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Line 5 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Church Av to Lexington Avenue/59th Streetsubway 5
36 min
$3
Drive 10.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Roosevelt Islandcar 10.3 mi
21 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Empire Blvd/Washington Av to Manhattan Av/Greenpoint Avbus B43
1h 2m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brooklyn to Roosevelt Islandtaxi 10.3 mi
21 min
$40–55
Bus via Bedford Av/Taylor St
1. Take the bus from Rogers Av/Church Av to Bedford Av/Taylor Stbus B44-Sbs
2. Take the bus from Division Av/Lee Av to 21 St/Queens Plz Southbus B62
1h 5m
$6–15

Brooklyn to Roosevelt Island by subway

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Church Av to Lexington Avenue/59th Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Empire Blvd/Washington Av to Manhattan Av/Greenpoint Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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