What is the cheapest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Long Island?

The cheapest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Long Island is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Long Island?

The fastest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Long Island is to subway which takes 10 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Rockefeller Center and Long Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 51 St and arriving at Queens Plaza South/28 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Rockefeller Center and Long Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 34th Street and arriving at Hunters Point South. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

Is there a direct train between Rockefeller Center and Long Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr and arriving at Roosevelt Island. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Rockefeller Center to Long Island?

The distance between Rockefeller Center and Long Island is 2 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from Rockefeller Center to Long Island without a car?

The best way to get from Rockefeller Center to Long Island without a car is to subway which takes 10 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Rockefeller Center to Long Island?

The subway from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr to Roosevelt Island takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rockefeller Center to Long Island bus from?

Rockefeller Center to Long Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 51 St station.

Where do I catch the Rockefeller Center to Long Island train from?

Rockefeller Center to Long Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr station.

Where does the Rockefeller Center to Long Island bus arrive?

Rockefeller Center to Long Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Queens Plaza South/28 St station.

Where does the Rockefeller Center to Long Island train arrive?

Rockefeller Center to Long Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Roosevelt Island station.

Can I drive from Rockefeller Center to Long Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockefeller Center to Long Island is 9 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Rockefeller Center to Long Island.

Where can I stay near Long Island?

There are 99+ hotels available in Long Island.

Rockefeller Center to Long Island - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, and ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Rockefeller Center to Long Island by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr to Roosevelt Islandsubway M / ...
10 min
$3
Drive 9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rockefeller Center to Brooklyncar 9 mi
20 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 51 St to Queens Plaza South/28 Stbus Q32
20 min
$3–8
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from East 34th Street to Hunters Point Southferry Er
35 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockefeller Center to Brooklyntaxi 9 mi
20 min
$40–55

Rockefeller Center to Long Island by foot and subway

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What companies run services between Rockefeller Center, NY, USA and Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr to Roosevelt Island every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 51 St to Queens Plaza South/28 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 16 min.

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