What is the cheapest way to get from Newburgh to Rikers Island?

The cheapest way to get from Newburgh to Rikers Island is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newburgh to Rikers Island?

The fastest way to get from Newburgh to Rikers Island is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Newburgh and Rikers Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Newburgh to Rikers Island. However, there are services departing from Broadway & Lake St and arriving at Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island via Jackson Av/42 Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Newburgh and Rikers Island?

No, there is no direct train from Newburgh to Rikers Island. However, there are services departing from Beacon and arriving at Queensboro Plaza via Grand Central-42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Newburgh to Rikers Island?

The distance between Newburgh and Rikers Island is 80 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

How do I travel from Newburgh to Rikers Island without a car?

The best way to get from Newburgh to Rikers Island without a car is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs $19 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Newburgh to Rikers Island?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Newburgh to Rikers Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newburgh to Rikers Island bus from?

Newburgh to Rikers Island bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Broadway & Lake St station.

Where do I catch the Newburgh to Rikers Island train from?

Newburgh to Rikers Island train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Beacon station.

Train or bus from Newburgh to Rikers Island?

The best way to get from Newburgh to Rikers Island is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs $19 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23 - $45 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Newburgh to Rikers Island bus arrive?

Newburgh to Rikers Island bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Newburgh to Rikers Island train arrive?

Newburgh to Rikers Island train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Newburgh to Rikers Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Newburgh to Rikers Island is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Newburgh to Rikers Island.

Where can I stay near Rikers Island?

There are 3681+ hotels available in Rikers Island.

Newburgh to Rikers Island - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Newburgh to Rikers Island by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Broadway & Lake St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus ShortLine Hudson
2. Take the bus from Jackson Av/42 Rd to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Islandbus Q100
2h 22m
$19–38
Drive 60.7 mi
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1. Drive from Newburgh to Rikers Islandcar 60.7 mi
1h 20m
$12–16
Train
1. Take the train from Beacon to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
2h 59m
$23–42

Newburgh to Rikers Island by bus, subway, and foot

90Weekly Services

2h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 79.2 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Broadway & Lake St to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island via Port Authority Bus Terminal, 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal, Queens Plaza, Jackson Av/42 Rd, and Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Beacon to Grand Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $16–25 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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