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How to get fromGrand Central Terminal to Governors Islandby subway, ferry or bus

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

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  1. Line 4 subway, ferry

    best
    1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to Bowling Greensubway4 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Bmb to Governors IslandferryBattery Maritime Building and Governor's Island
    1h 31m

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 42 St to State St/Whitehall StbusM55
    2. Take the ferry from Bmb to Governors IslandferryBattery Maritime Building and Governor's Island
    1h 58m
    $10–18

Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Grand Central Terminal to Governors Island. However, you can walk to Grand Central-42 St, take the line 4 subway to Bowling Green, walk to Bmb, then take the ferry to Governors Island. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Grand Central Terminal to Governors Island via 5 Av/W 42 St, State St/Whitehall St, and Bmb in around 1h 58m.

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