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

The cheapest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs $75 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Port Authority Bus Terminal and City Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 44 St and arriving at Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island. However, there are services departing from 42 St-Times Square and arriving at Pelham Bay Park via 86th Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

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

The distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal and City Island is 13 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island without a car is to line 6 subway via 86th Street which takes 58 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island bus from?

Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 44 St station.

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

Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, depart from 86th Street station.

Where does the Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island bus arrive?

Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl station.

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

Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, arrive at Pelham Bay Park station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island is 17 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island.

Where can I stay near City Island?

There are 2340+ hotels available in City Island.

Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island - 6 ways to travel via line 6 subway

There are 6 ways to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island by 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.

Line 6 subway via 86th Street
best
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Pelham Bay Park6 / ...
58 min
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 44 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar PlBxM7
1h
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island16.5 mi
29 min
$75–90
Drive 16.5 mi
1. Drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to City Island16.5 mi
29 min
$3–5
Bus via Layton Av/Clarence Av
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 44 St to Layton Av/Clarence AvBxM9
1h 15m
$2–7
Line 6 subway
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to Pelham Bay Park6 / ...
1h 21m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 13.4 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Port Authority Bus Terminal, NY, USA and City Island, NY, USA?

MTA New York City Transit operates a subway from 86th Street to Pelham Bay Park every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 44 St to Einstein Loop/Elgar Pl every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 45 min.

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