What is the cheapest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero?

The cheapest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero?

The fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero is to line 4 subway which takes 18 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Roosevelt Island and Ground Zero?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5 Av/W 43 St and arriving at Broadway/Cortlandt St. Services depart five times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Roosevelt Island and Ground Zero?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Roosevelt Island and arriving at Wall St/Pier 11. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Roosevelt Island and Ground Zero?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lexington Avenue/59th Street and arriving at Fulton St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero?

The distance between Roosevelt Island and Ground Zero is 5 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero without a car is to line 4 subway which takes 18 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero?

The line 4 subway from Lexington Avenue/59th Street to Fulton St takes 14 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero bus from?

Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 5 Av/W 43 St station.

Where do I catch the Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero train from?

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

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero bus arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Broadway/Cortlandt St station.

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero train arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Fulton St station.

Can I drive from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero?

Yes, the driving distance between Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero is 8 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero.

Where can I stay near Ground Zero?

There are 3478+ hotels available in Ground Zero.

Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero - 6 ways to travel via line 4 subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Line 4 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Lexington Avenue/59th Street to Fulton Stsubway 4 / ...
18 min
$3
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zerocar 7.9 mi
20 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 43 St to Broadway/Cortlandt Stbus BxM18
25 min
$3–8
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Roosevelt Island to Wall St/Pier 11ferry As
52 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roosevelt Island to Ground Zerotaxi 7.9 mi
20 min
$35–50
Bus via Lexington Av/E 42 St
1. Take the bus from Lexington Av/E 42 St to Park Row/Beekman Stbus M103
40 min
$3–8

Roosevelt Island to Ground Zero by subway and foot

2052Weekly Services

18 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Lexington Avenue/59th Street to Fulton St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 5 Av/W 43 St to Broadway/Cortlandt St 5 times a day. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 21 min.

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