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How to get fromDumbo to Governors Islandby ferry, foot, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumbo to Governors Island by ferry, foot, or taxi

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  1. Ferry

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    1. Take the ferry from Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry ferry Sb
    12 min
    $5

  2. Walk

    1. Take the walk from Dumbo to Governors Islandwalk walk 2.5 mi
    39 min

  3. Taxi, ferry

    1. Take the taxi from Dumbo to Wall St/Pier 11taxi taxi
    2. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry ferry Sb
    25 min
    $18–20

Dumbo to Governors Island by ferry

Calendar92Weekly Ferries
Duration12 minAverage Duration
Ticket$5Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1.7 mi
  • Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Dumbo, NY, USA and Governors Island, New York County, NY, USA?

NYC Ferry operates a ferry from Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier hourly. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 12 min.

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