What is the cheapest way to get from Times Square to City Island?

The cheapest way to get from Times Square to City Island is to line 6 subway which costs $3 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Times Square to City Island?

The fastest way to get from Times Square to City Island is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Times Square and City Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 44 St and arriving at Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Times Square and City Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central-42 St and arriving at Pelham Bay Park. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Times Square to City Island?

The distance between Times Square and City Island is 14 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

How do I travel from Times Square to City Island without a car?

The best way to get from Times Square to City Island without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Times Square to City Island?

The bus from Madison Av/E 44 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Times Square to City Island bus from?

Times Square to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 44 St station.

Where do I catch the Times Square to City Island train from?

Times Square to City Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from Grand Central-42 St station.

Where does the Times Square to City Island bus arrive?

Times Square to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl station.

Where does the Times Square to City Island train arrive?

Times Square to City Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Pelham Bay Park station.

Can I drive from Times Square to City Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square to City Island is 16 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Times Square to City Island.

Where can I stay near City Island?

There are 2912+ hotels available in City Island.

Times Square to City Island - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 6 subway, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Times Square to City Island by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 44 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Plbus BxM7
45 min
$3–8
Line 6 subway
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to Pelham Bay Parksubway 6 / ...
47 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Times Square to City Islandtaxi 15.9 mi
28 min
$55–70
Drive 15.9 mi
1. Drive from Times Square to City Islandcar 15.9 mi
28 min
$3–5

Times Square to City Island by bus

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Distance: 13.7 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Times Square, NY, USA and City Island, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 44 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from Grand Central-42 St to Pelham Bay Park every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 47 min.

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