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

The cheapest way to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway is to subway which takes 24 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Queens and Roosevelt Island Tramway?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd and arriving at East 57th Street & 3rd Avenue. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Queens and Roosevelt Island Tramway?

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 Tramway?

The distance between Queens and Roosevelt Island Tramway is 8 miles. The road distance is 10.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway without a car is to subway which takes 24 min and costs $3.

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

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 Tramway bus from?

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

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

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

Where does the Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway bus arrive?

Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at East 57th Street & 3rd Avenue station.

Where does the Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway?

Yes, the driving distance between Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway is 10 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway.

Where can I stay near Roosevelt Island Tramway?

There are 3943+ hotels available in Roosevelt Island Tramway.

Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Briarwood to Roosevelt Islandsubway F
24 min
$3
Drive 10.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramwaycar 10.2 mi
25 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to East 57th Street & 3rd Avenuebus Qm15
2h 8m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramwaytaxi 10.2 mi
25 min
$40–50
Subway via W 4 St-Wash Sq
1. Take the subway from 104 St to W 4 St-Wash Sqsubway A
2. Take the subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq to Roosevelt Islandsubway M / ...
1h 1m
$3

Queens to Roosevelt Island Tramway by subway and foot

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Queens, NY, USA and Roosevelt Island Tramway, 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 East 57th Street & 3rd Avenue hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 56 min.

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