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How to get fromSouth Bronx to Rikers Islandby subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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There are 3 ways to get from South Bronx to Rikers Island by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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  1. Line 5 subway, bus

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    1. Take the subway from 3 Av-149 St to Lexington Avenue/59th Streetsubway subway 5
    2. Take the bus from Jackson Av/42 Rd to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Islandbus bus Q100
    59 min
    $6–11

  2. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from South Bronx to Rikers Islandtaxi taxi 2.7 mi
    6 min
    $15–19

  3. Walk

    1. Take the foot from South Bronx to Rikers Islandwalk walk 2.5 mi
    48 min

South Bronx to Rikers Island by subway, bus, and foot

Calendar529Weekly Services
Duration59 minAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 12.5 mi
  • Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between South Bronx, NY, USA and Rikers Island, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from South Bronx to Rikers Island. However, you can take the line 5 subway to Lexington Avenue/59th Street, take the subway to Queens Plaza, walk to Jackson Av/42 Rd, take the bus to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island, then walk to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Rikers Island.

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