What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island City to Whitestone?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island City to Whitestone is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island City to Whitestone?

The fastest way to get from Long Island City to Whitestone is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Long Island City and Whitestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Long Island City to Whitestone. However, there are services departing from Thomson Av/Jackson Av and arriving at 150 St/12 Av via Roosevelt Av/Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct ferry between Long Island City and Whitestone?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 34th Street and arriving at Ferry Point Park. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Long Island City to Whitestone?

The distance between Long Island City and Whitestone is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Long Island City to Whitestone without a car is to ferry which takes 34 min and costs $5.

How long does it take to get from Long Island City to Whitestone?

The ferry from East 34th Street to Ferry Point Park takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Long Island City to Whitestone bus from?

Long Island City to Whitestone bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Thomson Av/Jackson Av station.

Where does the Long Island City to Whitestone bus arrive?

Long Island City to Whitestone bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 39 Av/Main St station.

Can I drive from Long Island City to Whitestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island City to Whitestone is 9 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Long Island City to Whitestone.

Where can I stay near Whitestone?

There are 2712+ hotels available in Whitestone.

Long Island City to Whitestone - 6 ways to travel via ferry, and line 7 subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Long Island City to Whitestone by ferry, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from East 34th Street to Ferry Point Parkferry Rs
34 min
$5
Drive 9.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Long Island City to Whitestonecar 9.1 mi
16 min
$2–3
Line 7 subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Court Sq to Flushing-Main Stsubway 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main St/38 Av to Parsons Blvd/14 Avbus Q44-Sbs / ...
42 min
$6–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thomson Av/Jackson Av to 39 Av/Main Stbus Q63
2. Take the bus from Roosevelt Av/Main St to 150 St/12 Avbus Q15
1h 16m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Long Island City to Whitestonetaxi 9.1 mi
16 min
$35–45
Line 7 subway, bus via 150 St/12 Av
1. Take the subway from Court Sq to Flushing-Main Stsubway 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Roosevelt Av/Main St to 150 St/12 Avbus Q15
51 min
$6–11

Long Island City to Whitestone by ferry

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Distance: 9.2 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

NYC Ferry operates a ferry from East 34th Street to Ferry Point Park hourly. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thomson Av/Jackson Av to 150 St/12 Av via 39 Av/Main St and Roosevelt Av/Main St in around 1h 16m.

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