What is the cheapest way to get from New Rochelle to Rikers Island?

The cheapest way to get from New Rochelle to Rikers Island is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New Rochelle to Rikers Island?

The fastest way to get from New Rochelle to Rikers Island is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between New Rochelle and Rikers Island?

No, there is no direct bus from New Rochelle to Rikers Island. However, there are services departing from Franklin Ave @ Main St and arriving at Ryawa Av/Halleck St via Bruckner Blvd/Wilkinson Av and E 163 St/Southern Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from New Rochelle to Rikers Island?

The distance between New Rochelle and Rikers Island is 19 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

How do I travel from New Rochelle to Rikers Island without a car?

The best way to get from New Rochelle to Rikers Island without a car is to train and line 6 subway and bus which takes 1h 17m and costs $12 - $23.

How long does it take to get from New Rochelle to Rikers Island?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from New Rochelle to Rikers Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Rochelle to Rikers Island bus from?

New Rochelle to Rikers Island bus services, operated by Westchester County Bee-Line System, depart from Franklin Ave @ Main St station.

Where does the New Rochelle to Rikers Island bus arrive?

New Rochelle to Rikers Island bus services, operated by Westchester County Bee-Line System, arrive at Bruckner Blvd @ Westchester Ave station.

Can I drive from New Rochelle to Rikers Island?

Yes, the driving distance between New Rochelle to Rikers Island is 11 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from New Rochelle to Rikers Island.

Where can I stay near Rikers Island?

There are 3615+ hotels available in Rikers Island.

New Rochelle to Rikers Island - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 6 subway

There are 5 ways to get from New Rochelle to Rikers Island by train, 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.

Train, line 6 subway, bus
best
1. Take the train from New Rochelle to 125th Street - Harlem
2. Take the subway from 125th Street to Hunts Point Av6 / ...
3. Take the bus from E 163 St/Southern Blvd to Ryawa Av/Halleck StBx6
1h 17m
$13–22
Drive 11.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Rochelle to Rikers Island11.3 mi
17 min
$3
Line 0045 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Franklin Ave @ Main St to Bruckner Blvd @ Westchester Ave0045
2. Take the bus from Bruckner Blvd/Wilkinson Av to E 163 St/Southern BlvdBx5
1h 38m
$5–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New Rochelle to Rikers Island11.3 mi
17 min
$50–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from New Rochelle to Grand Central TerminalNew Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Jackson Av/42 Rd to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers IslandQ100
1h 24m
$14–23

New Rochelle to Rikers Island by train, subway, bus, and foot

313Weekly Services

1h 24mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from New Rochelle to Rikers Island.

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Distance: 18.5 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between New Rochelle, NY, USA and Rikers Island, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Franklin Ave @ Main St to Rikers Island via Bruckner Blvd @ Westchester Ave, Bruckner Blvd/Wilkinson Av, E 163 St/Southern Blvd, and Ryawa Av/Halleck St in around 1h 38m.

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