What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal is to subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct train between Long Island and Port Authority Bus Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Roosevelt Island and arriving at 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

The distance between Long Island and Port Authority Bus Terminal is 3 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal without a car is to subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

The subway from Roosevelt Island to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal train from?

Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal train services, operated by MTA, depart from Roosevelt Island station.

Where does the Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal train arrive?

Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr station.

Can I drive from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal is 9 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Where can I stay near Port Authority Bus Terminal?

There are 3351+ hotels available in Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal - 4 ways to travel via subway

There are 4 ways to get from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal by subway, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Roosevelt Island to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller CtrF / ...
21 min
$3
Drive 9.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Port Authority Bus Terminal9.1 mi
21 min
$2–3
Line 7 subway
1. Take the subway from Flushing-Main St to 42 St-Times Square7 / ...
38 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brooklyn to Port Authority Bus Terminal9.1 mi
21 min
$40–55

Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal by subway and foot

1156Weekly Services

21 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Long Island to Port Authority Bus Terminal.

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Distance: 2.6 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA and Port Authority Bus Terminal, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Roosevelt Island to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 7 min.

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