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 Central Park South/6 Av and arriving at Canal St/Wright St. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

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 Central Park South/6 Av station.

Where does the Manhattan to Stapleton bus arrive?

Manhattan to Stapleton bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Canal St/Wright St 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 3492+ hotels available in Stapleton.

Manhattan to Stapleton - 7 ways to travel via ferry, line 1 subway, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Manhattan to Stapleton by ferry, subway, bus, 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. Georgeferry Sg
56 min
$2–12
Line 1 subway, ferry
1. Take the subway from 86 St to South Ferrysubway 1
2. Take the ferry from Whitehall Ferry Terminal to St. George Ferry Terminalferry Staten Island Ferry
1h 20m
$5–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Park South/6 Av to Canal St/Wright Stbus Sim30
1h 50m
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Stapletontaxi 18.1 mi
33 min
$80–100
Drive 18.1 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan to Stapletoncar 18.1 mi
33 min
$4–5
Line 4 subway, ferry
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Bowling Greensubway 4 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Whitehall Ferry Terminal to St. George Ferry Terminalferry Staten Island Ferry
1h 21m
$6
Bus via Eltingville/Transit Center
1. Take the bus from Central Park South/6 Av to Eltingville/Transit Centerbus Sim1c / ...
2. Take the bus from Eltingville/Transit Center to Canal St/Canal Stbus S74
2h 24m
$3–7

Manhattan to Stapleton by ferry, foot, and bus

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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 Central Park South/6 Av to Canal St/Wright St twice daily. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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