How to get fromLong Island City to Rikers Islandby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Long Island City to Rikers Island by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 21 St/41 Av to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Islandbus Q100
20 min
$3–8
Drive 8.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Long Island City to Rikers Islandcar 8.2 mi
15 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Long Island City to Rikers Islandtaxi 8.2 mi
15 min
$30–40
Bus via Jackson Av/42 Rd
1. Take the bus from Jackson Av/42 Rd to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Islandbus Q100
32 min
$3–8

Long Island City to Rikers Island by bus and foot

529Weekly Services

20 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 4.9 mi
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Long Island City, NY, USA and Rikers Island, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 21 St/41 Av to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 20 min.

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