What is the cheapest way to get from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island?

The fastest way to get from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island is to train which takes 16 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Kew Gardens and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queens Blvd/78 Av and arriving at Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Kew Gardens and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kew Gardens and arriving at Grand Central Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island?

The distance between Kew Gardens and Roosevelt Island is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs $5 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island?

The train from Kew Gardens to Grand Central Terminal takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island bus from?

Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Queens Blvd/78 Av station.

Where do I catch the Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island train from?

Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Kew Gardens station.

Train or bus from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island?

The best way to get from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island is to train which takes 16 min and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island bus arrive?

Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd station.

Where does the Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island train arrive?

Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island is 8 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island.

Where can I stay near Roosevelt Island?

There are 3801+ hotels available in Roosevelt Island.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kew Gardens to Grand Central Terminaltrain Babylon Branch / ...
16 min
$5–9
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Islandcar 7.9 mi
21 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Blvd/78 Av to Queens Blvd/Northern Blvdbus Q60
56 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Islandtaxi 7.9 mi
21 min
$30–40
Subway
1. Take the subway from Kew Gardens-Union Tpke to Roosevelt Islandsubway F
19 min
$3

Kew Gardens to Roosevelt Island by train

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Distance: 9.3 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Kew Gardens, NY, USA and Roosevelt Island, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Kew Gardens to Grand Central Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Queens Blvd/78 Av to Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 56 min.

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