What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Stapleton?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Stapleton is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Stapleton?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Stapleton is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs $80 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Stapleton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue and arriving at Forest Av/Victory Blvd. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Stapleton?

The distance between Manhattan and Stapleton is 11 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Stapleton without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Stapleton without a car is to ferry which takes 56 min and costs $2 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Stapleton?

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Manhattan to Stapleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Stapleton bus from?

Manhattan to Stapleton bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue station.

Where does the Manhattan to Stapleton bus arrive?

Manhattan to Stapleton bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Forest Av/Victory Blvd station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Stapleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Stapleton is 18 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Manhattan to Stapleton.

Where can I stay near Stapleton?

There are 3187+ hotels available in Stapleton.

Manhattan to Stapleton - 6 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and line 1 subway

There are 6 ways to get from Manhattan to Stapleton by ferry, bus, 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.

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Midtown West/W 39th St-Pier 79 to St. GeorgeSg
56 min
$2–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue to Forest Av/Victory BlvdSim30
1h 20m
$2–7
Line 1 subway, ferry
1. Take the subway from 86 St to South Ferry1
2. Take the ferry from Whitehall Ferry Terminal to St. George Ferry TerminalStaten Island Ferry
1h 20m
$5–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Stapleton18.1 mi
33 min
$80–100
Drive 18.1 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan to Stapleton18.1 mi
33 min
$4–5
Line 4 subway, ferry
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Bowling Green4 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Whitehall Ferry Terminal to St. George Ferry TerminalStaten Island Ferry
1h 21m
$6

Manhattan to Stapleton by ferry, foot, and bus

133Weekly Services

56 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Stapleton, NY, USA?

NYC Ferry operates a ferry from Midtown West/W 39th St-Pier 79 to St. George hourly. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue to Forest Av/Victory Blvd every 2 hours. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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