What is the cheapest way to get from Upper Manhattan to City Island?

The cheapest way to get from Upper Manhattan to City Island is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Upper Manhattan to City Island?

The fastest way to get from Upper Manhattan to City Island is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Upper Manhattan and City Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Upper Manhattan to City Island. However, there are services departing from W 125 St/Adam C Powell Blvd and arriving at Bruckner Blvd/Connell Pl via 3 Av/E 87 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Upper Manhattan and City Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 125th Street and arriving at Pelham Bay Park. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Upper Manhattan to City Island?

The distance between Upper Manhattan and City Island is 8 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

How do I travel from Upper Manhattan to City Island without a car?

The best way to get from Upper Manhattan to City Island without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 31 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Upper Manhattan to City Island?

The line 6 subway from 125th Street to Pelham Bay Park takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Upper Manhattan to City Island bus from?

Upper Manhattan to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from W 125 St/Adam C Powell Blvd station.

Where do I catch the Upper Manhattan to City Island train from?

Upper Manhattan to City Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from 125th Street station.

Where does the Upper Manhattan to City Island bus arrive?

Upper Manhattan to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Lexington Av/E 85 St station.

Where does the Upper Manhattan to City Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Upper Manhattan to City Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper Manhattan to City Island is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Upper Manhattan to City Island.

Where can I stay near City Island?

There are 2488+ hotels available in City Island.

Upper Manhattan to City Island - 5 ways to travel via line 6 subway, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Upper Manhattan to City Island by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 125th Street to Pelham Bay Parksubway 6 / ...
31 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from W 125 St/Adam C Powell Blvd to Lexington Av/E 85 Stbus M101
2. Take the bus from 3 Av/E 87 St to Bruckner Blvd/Connell Plbus BxM8
1h 20m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper Manhattan to City Islandtaxi 11.7 mi
19 min
$45–55
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Upper Manhattan to City Islandcar 11.7 mi
19 min
$3–4
Line 2 subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 125 St to Pelham Pkwysubway 2
2. Take the bus from Pelham Pkwy/White Plains Rd to City Island Rd/City Island Circlebus Bx12
53 min
$6–11

Upper Manhattan to City Island by subway

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Upper Manhattan, NY, USA and City Island, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 125th Street to Pelham Bay Park every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W 125 St/Adam C Powell Blvd to Bruckner Blvd/Connell Pl via Lexington Av/E 85 St and 3 Av/E 87 St in around 1h 20m.

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