What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Governors Island?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Governors Island is to ferry which costs $5 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Governors Island?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Governors Island is to ferry which takes 40 min and costs $5.

Is there a direct ferry between Manhattan and Governors Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 34th Street and arriving at Gov. Island/Yankee Pier. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Governors Island?

The distance between Manhattan and Governors Island is 7 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Governors Island without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Governors Island without a car is to ferry which takes 40 min and costs $5.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Governors Island?

The ferry from East 34th Street to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier takes 40 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where can I stay near Governors Island?

There are 3804+ hotels available in Governors Island.

Manhattan to Governors Island - 3 ways to travel via ferry, and line 4 subway

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There are 3 ways to get from Manhattan to Governors Island by ferry, subway, or bus

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from East 34th Street to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry Sb
40 min
$5
Line 4 subway, ferry
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Borough Hallsubway 4 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry Sb
1h 46m
$8
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Broadway/73rd to Atlantic Av/4 Avbus to Mount Snow / ...
2. Take the ferry from Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry Sb
2h 27m

Manhattan to Governors Island by ferry

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

NYC Ferry operates a ferry from East 34th Street to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier hourly. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 40 min.

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