What is the cheapest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens?

The cheapest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens?

The fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens is to train which takes 17 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Roosevelt Island and Kew Gardens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queens Plaza South/28 St and arriving at Queens Blvd/Union Tpke. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Roosevelt Island and Kew Gardens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Kew Gardens. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens?

The distance between Roosevelt Island and Kew Gardens is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs $5 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Kew Gardens takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens bus from?

Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Queens Plaza South/28 St station.

Where do I catch the Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens train from?

Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens?

The best way to get from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens is to train which takes 17 min and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens bus arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Queens Blvd/Union Tpke station.

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens train arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Kew Gardens station.

Can I drive from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens?

Yes, the driving distance between Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens is 9 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens.

Where can I stay near Kew Gardens?

There are 3307+ hotels available in Kew Gardens.

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There are 5 ways to get from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Kew Gardenstrain Babylon Branch / ...
17 min
$5–9
Drive 9.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardenscar 9.2 mi
18 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Plaza South/28 St to Queens Blvd/Union Tpkebus Q60
50 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardenstaxi 9.2 mi
18 min
$35–50
Subway
1. Take the subway from Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens-Union Tpkesubway F
26 min
$3

Roosevelt Island to Kew Gardens by train

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Distance: 9.3 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Kew Gardens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Queens Plaza South/28 St to Queens Blvd/Union Tpke every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 50 min.

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