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

The cheapest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island is to line 4 subway which takes 19 min and costs $3.

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

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 Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Wall St/Pier 11 and arriving at Roosevelt Island. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bowling Green and arriving at Lexington Avenue/59th Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

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

The distance between South Ferry (Station) and Roosevelt Island is 5 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island without a car is to line 4 subway which takes 19 min and costs $3.

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

The line 4 subway from Bowling Green to Lexington Avenue/59th Street takes 15 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island 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 Roosevelt Island train from?

South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from Bowling Green station.

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

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

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

South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Lexington Avenue/59th Street station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island is 8 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island.

Where can I stay near Roosevelt Island?

There are 2839+ hotels available in Roosevelt Island.

South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island - 6 ways to travel via line 4 subway

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

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Line 4 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Bowling Green to Lexington Avenue/59th Streetsubway 4 / ...
19 min
$3
Drive 8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Islandcar 8 mi
21 min
$2–3
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 Roosevelt Islandferry As
49 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Islandtaxi 8 mi
21 min
$30–40
Bus via Madison Av/E 44 St
1. Take the bus from Greenwich St/Battery Pl to Madison Av/E 44 Stbus BxM18
41 min
$3–8

South Ferry (Station) to Roosevelt Island by foot and subway

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Distance: 5.1 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Bowling Green to Lexington Avenue/59th Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 15 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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