What is the cheapest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City?

The cheapest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City?

The fastest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $25 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between South Ferry (Station) and Long Island City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term and arriving at 1 Av/E 43 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct ferry between South Ferry (Station) and Long Island City?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Wall St/Pier 11 and arriving at Long Island City. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between South Ferry (Station) and Long Island City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whitehall St-South Ferry and arriving at Queens Plaza. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City?

The distance between South Ferry (Station) and Long Island City is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.7 miles.

How do I travel from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City without a car?

The best way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City without a car is to line 1 subway and line 7 subway which takes 28 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City?

It takes approximately 28 min to get from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City bus from?

South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term station.

Where do I catch the South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City train from?

South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City train services, operated by MTA, depart from South Ferry station.

Where does the South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City bus arrive?

South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 1 Av/E 43 St station.

Where does the South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City train arrive?

South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Times Square station.

Can I drive from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City?

Yes, the driving distance between South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City is 6 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City.

Where can I stay near Long Island City?

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South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City - 6 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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There are 6 ways to get from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway, line 7 subway
best
1. Take the subway from South Ferry to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to Hunters Point Avsubway 7 / ...
28 min
$3
Drive 5.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island Citycar 5.7 mi
14 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term to 1 Av/E 43 Stbus M15-Sbs
33 min
$3–8
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to Long Island Cityferry As
43 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Ferry (Station) to Long Island Citytaxi 5.7 mi
14 min
$25–30
Subway
1. Take the subway from Whitehall St-South Ferry to Queens Plazasubway R / ...
33 min
$3

South Ferry (Station) to Long Island City by subway

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Distance: 6.4 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between South Ferry (Station), NY, USA and Long Island City, NY, USA?

You can take a subway from South Ferry to Hunters Point Av via 42 St-Times Square in around 28 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term to 1 Av/E 43 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 33 min.

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