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

The cheapest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Dumbo is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Dumbo is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Roosevelt Island and Dumbo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2 Av/E 54 St and arriving at Pike St/Madison St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Roosevelt Island and Dumbo?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 34th Street and arriving at Dumbo/Fulton Ferry. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Roosevelt Island and Dumbo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roosevelt Island and arriving at York St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Roosevelt Island to Dumbo?

The distance between Roosevelt Island and Dumbo is 7 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

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

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

The subway from Roosevelt Island to York St takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Roosevelt Island to Dumbo bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 2 Av/E 54 St station.

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

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

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Dumbo bus arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Dumbo bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Pike St/Madison St station.

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Dumbo train arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Dumbo train services, operated by MTA, arrive at York St station.

Can I drive from Roosevelt Island to Dumbo?

Yes, the driving distance between Roosevelt Island to Dumbo is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Roosevelt Island to Dumbo.

Where can I stay near Dumbo?

There are 3771+ hotels available in Dumbo.

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

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Roosevelt Island to York Stsubway F
24 min
$3
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roosevelt Island to Dumbocar 7.9 mi
16 min
$2–3
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from East 34th Street to Dumbo/Fulton Ferryferry Er
27 min
$5
Bus
1. Take the bus from 2 Av/E 54 St to Pike St/Madison Stbus M15
36 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roosevelt Island to Dumbotaxi 7.9 mi
16 min
$30–40

Roosevelt Island to Dumbo by subway

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Distance: 6.8 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Roosevelt Island to York St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, NYC Ferry operates a ferry from East 34th Street to Dumbo/Fulton Ferry every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 27 min.

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