What is the cheapest way to get from Hoboken to City Island?

The cheapest way to get from Hoboken to City Island is to line 6 subway which costs $3 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hoboken to City Island?

The fastest way to get from Hoboken to City Island is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Hoboken and City Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 35 St and arriving at Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Hoboken and City Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 28 St and arriving at Pelham Bay Park. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Hoboken to City Island?

The distance between Hoboken and City Island is 14 miles. The road distance is 19.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hoboken to City Island without a car is to bus which takes 49 min and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Hoboken to City Island?

The bus from Madison Av/E 35 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Hoboken to City Island bus from?

Hoboken to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 35 St station.

Where do I catch the Hoboken to City Island train from?

Hoboken to City Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from 28 St station.

Where does the Hoboken to City Island bus arrive?

Hoboken to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl station.

Where does the Hoboken to City Island train arrive?

Hoboken to City Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Pelham Bay Park station.

Can I drive from Hoboken to City Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Hoboken to City Island is 19 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Hoboken to City Island.

Where can I stay near City Island?

There are 2858+ hotels available in City Island.

Hoboken to City Island - 5 ways to travel via bus, line 6 subway, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 35 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Plbus BxM7
49 min
$3–8
Line 6 subway
1. Take the subway from 28 St to Pelham Bay Parksubway 6 / ...
50 min
$3
Drive 19.3 mi
1. Drive from Hoboken to City Islandcar 19.3 mi
35 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hoboken to City Islandtaxi 19.3 mi
35 min
$45–55
Line 6 subway via City Island Av/Fordham St
1. Take the subway from 14 St-Union Sq to Pelham Bay Parksubway 6 / ...
1h 14m
$6–11

Hoboken to City Island by bus

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Distance: 14.2 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Hoboken, NJ, USA and City Island, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 35 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from 28 St to Pelham Bay Park every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 50 min.

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