What is the cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Whitestone?

The cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Whitestone is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Whitestone?

The fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Whitestone is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Upper East Side and Whitestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Upper East Side to Whitestone. However, there are services departing from 3 Av/E 87 St and arriving at Whitestone Expwy/14 Av via Bruckner Blvd/Wilkinson Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct ferry between Upper East Side and Whitestone?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 90th St and arriving at Ferry Point Park. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Upper East Side to Whitestone?

The distance between Upper East Side and Whitestone is 6 miles. The road distance is 11.6 miles.

How do I travel from Upper East Side to Whitestone without a car?

The best way to get from Upper East Side to Whitestone without a car is to ferry which takes 22 min and costs $0 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Upper East Side to Whitestone?

The ferry from East 90th St to Ferry Point Park takes 22 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Upper East Side to Whitestone bus from?

Upper East Side to Whitestone bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 3 Av/E 87 St station.

Where does the Upper East Side to Whitestone bus arrive?

Upper East Side to Whitestone bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Amedola Pl/Wilkinson Av station.

Can I drive from Upper East Side to Whitestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper East Side to Whitestone is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Upper East Side to Whitestone.

Where can I stay near Whitestone?

There are 988+ hotels available in Whitestone.

Upper East Side to Whitestone - 6 ways to travel via ferry, and line 5 subway

There are 6 ways to get from Upper East Side to Whitestone 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 East 90th St to Ferry Point Parkferry Rs
22 min
$5
Drive 11.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper East Side to Whitestonecar 11.5 mi
18 min
$3
Line 5 subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to West Farms Sq-E Tremont Avsubway 5
2. Take the bus from East Tremont Av/E 177 St to Parsons Blvd/14 Avbus Q44-Sbs
59 min
$5–10
Line 6 subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Pelham Bay Parksubway 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bruckner Blvd/Wilkinson Av to Whitestone Expwy/14 Avbus Q50
1h 7m
$5–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper East Side to Whitestonetaxi 11.5 mi
18 min
$45–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from 3 Av/E 87 St to Amedola Pl/Wilkinson Avbus BxM8
2. Take the bus from Bruckner Blvd/Wilkinson Av to Whitestone Expwy/14 Avbus Q50
1h 7m
$3–7

Upper East Side to Whitestone by ferry

105Weekly Ferries

22 minAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Upper East Side to Whitestone.

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Distance: 6.3 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Upper East Side, NY, USA and Whitestone, NY, USA?

NYC Ferry operates a ferry from East 90th St to Ferry Point Park hourly. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 3 Av/E 87 St to Whitestone Expwy/14 Av via Bruckner Blvd/Wilkinson Av in around 1h 7m.

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