What is the cheapest way to get from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island?

The cheapest way to get from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island?

The fastest way to get from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between South Street Seaport and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pearl St/Beekman St and arriving at 1 Av/E 57 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct ferry between South Street Seaport and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Wall St/Pier 11 and arriving at East 34th Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between South Street Seaport and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fulton St and arriving at Lexington Avenue/59th Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island?

The distance between South Street Seaport and Roosevelt Island is 5 miles. The road distance is 7.5 miles.

How do I travel from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island without a car?

The best way to get from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island without a car is to line 4 subway which takes 22 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island?

The line 4 subway from Fulton St to Lexington Avenue/59th Street takes 13 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island bus from?

South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Pearl St/Beekman St station.

Where do I catch the South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island train from?

South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from Fulton St station.

Where does the South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island bus arrive?

South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 1 Av/E 57 St station.

Where does the South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island?

Yes, the driving distance between South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island is 7 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island.

Where can I stay near Roosevelt Island?

There are 3679+ hotels available in Roosevelt Island.

South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island - 5 ways to travel via line 4 subway

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There are 5 ways to get from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island by subway, ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 4 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Fulton St to Lexington Avenue/59th Streetsubway 4 / ...
22 min
$3
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to East 34th Streetferry As / ...
32 min
$2–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pearl St/Beekman St to 1 Av/E 57 Stbus M15-Sbs
35 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Islandtaxi 7.4 mi
19 min
$30–40
Drive 7.4 mi
1. Drive from South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Islandcar 7.4 mi
19 min
$2

South Street Seaport to Roosevelt Island by foot and subway

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Distance: 4.9 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between South Street Seaport, NY, USA and Roosevelt Island, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Fulton St to Lexington Avenue/59th Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, NYC Ferry operates a ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to East 34th Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 27 min. Seastreak also services this route every 4 hours.

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