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How to get fromGovernors Island to Grand Central Terminalby ferry, subway or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Governors Island to Grand Central Terminal by ferry, subway, or bus

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  1. Ferry, line 4 subway

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Governors Island to BmbferryBattery Maritime Building and Governor's Island
    2. Take the subway from Bowling Green to Grand Central-42 Stsubway4 / ...
    34 min

  2. Ferry, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the ferry from Governors Island to BmbferryBattery Maritime Building and Governor's Island
    2. Take the bus from South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term to 1 Av/E 43 StbusM15-Sbs
    58 min
    $10–17

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What companies run services between Governors Island, New York County, NY, USA and Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Governors Island to Grand Central Terminal. However, you can take the ferry to Bmb, walk to Bowling Green, take the line 4 subway to Grand Central-42 St, then walk to Grand Central Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Governors Island to Grand Central Terminal via Bmb, South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term, and 1 Av/E 43 St in around 58 min.

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