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How to get fromThe Bronx to Rikers Islandby subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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There are 3 ways to get from The Bronx to Rikers Island by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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  1. Line 2 subway, bus

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    1. Take the subway from Bronx Park East to 149 St-Hostossubway subway 2 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Jackson Av/42 Rd to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Islandbus bus Q100
    1h 18m
    $6–11

  2. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from The Bronx to Rikers Islandtaxi taxi 4.4 mi
    9 min
    $21–25

  3. Walk

    1. Take the foot from The Bronx to Rikers Islandwalk walk 4.2 mi
    1h 21m

The Bronx to Rikers Island by subway, bus, and foot

Calendar529Weekly Services
Duration1h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 16.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between The Bronx, NY, USA and Rikers Island, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from The Bronx to Rikers Island. However, you can take the line 2 subway to 149 St-Hostos, take the line 4 subway to Lexington Avenue/59th Street, take the subway to Queens Plaza, walk to Jackson Av/42 Rd, take the bus to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island, then walk to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Rikers Island.

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