What is the cheapest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Roosevelt Island and Bronx Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 46 St and arriving at Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrance. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Roosevelt Island and Bronx Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lexington Avenue/59th Street and arriving at West Farms Sq-E Tremont Av. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo?

The distance between Roosevelt Island and Bronx Zoo is 11 miles. The road distance is 9.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo?

The bus from Madison Av/E 46 St to Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrance takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo bus from?

Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 46 St station.

Where do I catch the Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo train from?

Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo train services, operated by MTA, depart from Lexington Avenue/59th Street station.

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo bus arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrance station.

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo train arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo train services, operated by MTA, arrive at West Farms Sq-E Tremont Av station.

Can I drive from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo is 10 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo.

Where can I stay near Bronx Zoo?

There are 3414+ hotels available in Bronx Zoo.

Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo - 5 ways to travel via bus, and line 5 subway

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 46 St to Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrancebus BxM11
50 min
$3–8
Drive 9.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoocar 9.6 mi
19 min
$2–3
Line 5 subway
1. Take the subway from Lexington Avenue/59th Street to West Farms Sq-E Tremont Avsubway 5
1h 2m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zootaxi 9.6 mi
19 min
$35–45
Line 5 subway via E 180 St
1. Take the subway from Lexington Avenue/59th Street to E 180 Stsubway 5
1h 3m
$3

Roosevelt Island to Bronx Zoo by bus and foot

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 46 St to Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrance every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from Lexington Avenue/59th Street to West Farms Sq-E Tremont Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 30 min.

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