What is the cheapest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island?

The cheapest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island?

The fastest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island is to subway which takes 9 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Long Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 42 St and arriving at Queens Plaza South/28 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Long Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 34th Street and arriving at Hunters Point South. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

Is there a direct train between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Long Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 42 St-Bryant Park and arriving at Roosevelt Island. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island?

The distance between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Long Island is 2 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

How long does it take to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island?

The subway from 42 St-Bryant Park to Roosevelt Island takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island bus from?

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 42 St station.

Where do I catch the Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island train from?

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from 42 St-Bryant Park station.

Where does the Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island bus arrive?

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Queens Plaza South/28 St station.

Where does the Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island train arrive?

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Roosevelt Island station.

Can I drive from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island is 9 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island.

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Q: How do I travel from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island without a car?

The best way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island without a car is to subway which takes 9 min and costs $3.

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There are 5 ways to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Bryant Park to Roosevelt Islandsubway F / ...
9 min
$3
Drive 8.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Brooklyncar 8.9 mi
20 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 42 St to Queens Plaza South/28 Stbus Q32
27 min
$3–8
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from East 34th Street to Hunters Point Southferry Er
30 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Brooklyntaxi 8.9 mi
20 min
$35–45

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Long Island by foot and subway

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Distance: 2.4 mi
Duration: 9 min

What companies run services between Times Square–42nd Street Station, NY, USA and Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 42 St-Bryant Park to Roosevelt Island every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 42 St to Queens Plaza South/28 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 21 min.

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