What is the cheapest way to get from City Island to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from City Island to Lower Manhattan is to line 6 subway which costs $3 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from City Island to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from City Island to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs $70 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between City Island and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from City Island to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Bruckner Blvd/Jarvis Av and arriving at Broadway/Spring St via 5 Av/W 33 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between City Island and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pelham Bay Park and arriving at Spring St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from City Island to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between City Island and Lower Manhattan is 15 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from City Island to Lower Manhattan without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 56 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from City Island to Lower Manhattan?

The line 6 subway from Pelham Bay Park to Spring St takes 56 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the City Island to Lower Manhattan bus from?

City Island to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Bruckner Blvd/Jarvis Av station.

Where do I catch the City Island to Lower Manhattan train from?

City Island to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from Pelham Bay Park station.

Where does the City Island to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

City Island to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 34 St station.

Where does the City Island to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

City Island to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Spring St station.

Can I drive from City Island to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between City Island to Lower Manhattan is 19 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from City Island to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3784+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

City Island to Lower Manhattan - 5 ways to travel via line 6 subway, and bus

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

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Pelham Bay Park to Spring Stsubway 6 / ...
56 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bruckner Blvd/Jarvis Av to 5 Av/W 34 Stbus BxM8
2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 33 St to Broadway/Spring Stbus M1 / ...
1h 23m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from City Island to Lower Manhattantaxi 18.5 mi
32 min
$70–90
Drive 18.5 mi
1. Drive from City Island to Lower Manhattancar 18.5 mi
32 min
$4–5
Line 6 subway via City Island Av/Fordham St
1. Take the subway from Pelham Bay Park to Spring Stsubway 6 / ...
1h 12m
$6–10

City Island to Lower Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 14.5 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Pelham Bay Park to Spring St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bruckner Blvd/Jarvis Av to Broadway/Spring St via 5 Av/W 34 St and 5 Av/W 33 St in around 1h 23m.

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