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How to get fromSyosset to Governors Islandby train or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Syosset to Governors Island by train or ferry

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  1. Train, ferry via Jamaica

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    1. Take the train from Syosset to Jamaicatrain train
    2. Take the train from Jamaica to Atlantic Terminaltrain train
    3. Take the ferry from Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry ferry Sb
    2h 35m
    $17–32

  2. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Syosset to New York Penn Stationtrain train Port Jefferson Branch
    2. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry ferry Sb
    2h 39m
    $18–28

Syosset to Governors Island by train, bus, and ferry

Calendar92Weekly Services
Duration2h 35mAverage Duration
Ticket$17Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 32.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Syosset, NY, USA and Governors Island, New York County, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Syosset to Governors Island. However, you can take the train to Jamaica, take the train to Atlantic Terminal, walk to Atlantic Av/4 Av, take the bus to Brooklyn Bridge Park Rd/Joralemon St, walk to Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6, then take the ferry to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier. Alternatively, you can take a train from Syosset to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier via Penn Station, 34 St-Penn Station, Rector St, and Wall St/Pier 11 in around 2h 39m.

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