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

The cheapest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Long Island is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Long Island is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $55.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Port Authority Bus Terminal to Long Island train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, depart from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal to Long Island is 9 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Long Island.

Where can I stay near Long Island?

There are 93+ hotels available in Long Island.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Long Island 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 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr to Roosevelt IslandF / ...
21 min
Drive 9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Brooklyn9 mi
20 min
$2–3
Line 7 subway
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to Flushing-Main St7 / ...
41 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Brooklyn9 mi
20 min
$40–55

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 2.6 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

MTA New York City Transit operates a subway from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr to Roosevelt Island every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 7 min.

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