What is the cheapest way to get from Block Island to Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Block Island to Manhattan is to ferry and train and bus which costs $50 - $290 and takes 5h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Block Island to Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Block Island to Manhattan is to ferry and train which takes 4h 58m and costs $55 - $270.

How far is it from Block Island to Manhattan?

The distance between Block Island and Manhattan is 160 miles.

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

The best way to get from Block Island to Manhattan without a car is to ferry and train which takes 4h 58m and costs $55 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Block Island to Manhattan?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Block Island to Manhattan, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Manhattan?

There are 3737+ hotels available in Manhattan.

Block Island to Manhattan - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Block Island to Manhattan by ferry, train, or bus

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Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Block Island to New London
2. Take the train from New London to New Haven
3. Take the train from New Haven to 125th Street - Harlem
4h 58m
$57–269
Ferry, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Block Island to New London
2. Take the train from New London to New Haven
3. Take the bus from New Haven Union Station to Port Authority Bus Terminal
5h 33m
$50–283
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Block Island to MontaukBlock Island-Montauk
2. Take the bus from Montauk to 3rd Avenue & 79th StreetMontauk-Westbound / ...
5h 17m
$86–148

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Block Island to Manhattan.

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Distance: 159.3 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Block Island, RI, USA and Manhattan, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Block Island to Manhattan. However, you can take the ferry to New London, walk to New London, take the train to New Haven, then take the train to 125th Street - Harlem. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Block Island to 3rd Avenue & 79th Street via Montauk and Montauk in around 5h 17m.

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