What is the cheapest way to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island?

The cheapest way to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island?

The fastest way to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island is to subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Queens and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd and arriving at E 34 St/3 Av. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Queens and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Briarwood and arriving at Roosevelt Island. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Queens to Roosevelt Island?

The distance between Queens and Roosevelt Island is 8 miles. The road distance is 10.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island without a car is to subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island?

The subway from Briarwood to Roosevelt Island takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Queens to Roosevelt Island bus from?

Queens to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd station.

Where do I catch the Queens to Roosevelt Island train from?

Queens to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from Briarwood station.

Where does the Queens to Roosevelt Island bus arrive?

Queens to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at E 34 St/3 Av station.

Where does the Queens to Roosevelt Island train arrive?

Queens to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Roosevelt Island station.

Can I drive from Queens to Roosevelt Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Queens to Roosevelt Island is 10 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Queens to Roosevelt Island.

Where can I stay near Roosevelt Island?

There are 3805+ hotels available in Roosevelt Island.

Queens to Roosevelt Island - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Briarwood to Roosevelt Islandsubway F
21 min
$3
Drive 10.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Queens to Roosevelt Islandcar 10.1 mi
24 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to E 34 St/3 Avbus Qm15
38 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Queens to Roosevelt Islandtaxi 10.1 mi
24 min
$40–50

Queens to Roosevelt Island by subway

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21 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 8.2 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Briarwood to Roosevelt Island every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to E 34 St/3 Av hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 38 min.

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