What is the cheapest way to get from The Bronx to Governors Island?

The cheapest way to get from The Bronx to Governors Island is to line 5 subway and ferry which costs $8 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from The Bronx to Governors Island?

The fastest way to get from The Bronx to Governors Island is to line 5 subway and ferry which takes 2h 9m and costs $8.

How far is it from The Bronx to Governors Island?

The distance between The Bronx and Governors Island is 16 miles.

How do I travel from The Bronx to Governors Island without a car?

The best way to get from The Bronx to Governors Island without a car is to line 5 subway and ferry which takes 2h 9m and costs $8.

How long does it take to get from The Bronx to Governors Island?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from The Bronx to Governors Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Governors Island?

There are 3173+ hotels available in Governors Island.

The Bronx to Governors Island - 3 ways to travel via line 5 subway, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from The Bronx to Governors Island by subway, ferry, or bus

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Line 5 subway, ferry
best
1. Take the subway from E 180 St to Wall Stsubway 5
2. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry Sb
2h 9m
$8
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Morris Park Av/White Plains Rd to 5 Av/W 35 Stbus
2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 33 St to Broadway/Rector Stbus M55
3. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry Sb
3h 2m
$11–20
Line 2 subway, ferry
1. Take the subway from Bronx Park East to Borough Hallsubway 2 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Atlantic Ave/BBP Pier 6 to Gov. Island/Yankee Pierferry Sb
2h 22m
$8

The Bronx to Governors Island by subway, foot, and ferry

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 16.1 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

There is no direct connection from The Bronx to Governors Island. However, you can take the line 5 subway to Wall St, walk to Wall St/Pier 11, then take the ferry to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Morris Park Av/White Plains Rd to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier via 5 Av/W 35 St, 5 Av/W 33 St, Broadway/Rector St, and Wall St/Pier 11 in around 3h 2m.

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