How to get from Staten Island to 79th Street by bus?

Staten Island to 79th Street - Bus Schedule

The SIM22 bus from Staten Island to 79th Street runs from 5:12 AM to 9:12 AM, with departures every 10-30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 38 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Staten Island to 79th Street by bus

To get from Staten Island to 79th Street in Manhattan, take the SIM22 bus from Eltingville/Transit Center station to Madison Av/E 48 St station. Next, take the M2 bus from Madison Av/E 50 St station to Madison Av/E 79 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $7.25. The bus schedule from Staten Island may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to 79th Street on the Moovit app.

98min$7.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - SIM22SIM22
Bus - M2M2
Walk to 79th Street
Leaves from Eltingville/Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Eltingville/Transit Center
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - SIM22SIM22
    Wait for bus
    SIM22
    Midtown Via 42 St Via Madison Av
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison Av/E 48 St
    77 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison Av/E 50 St
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - M2M2
    Wait for bus
    M2
    Limited Washington Hts Broadway-168 St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison Av/E 79 St
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to 79th Street
    Walk to
    79th Street
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Staten Island to 79th Street

The distance between Staten Island, Manhattan and 79th Street, Manhattan is approximately 30.82 mi, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Staten Island to 79th Street by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Staten Island to 79th Street

To check the bus schedule from Staten Island to 79th Street using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Staten Island) and destination (79th Street), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Staten Island to 79th Street?

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Bus line SIM22, Bus line M2.

  • Is there a direct bus between Staten Island and 79th Street?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Staten Island to 79th Street?

    The SIM22 bus line goes from Eltingville/Transit Center station near Staten Island in New York - New Jersey to Madison Av/E 48 St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Madison Av/E 48 St station near 79th Street in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Staten Island to 79th Street by bus?

    The total travel time between Staten Island in New York - New Jersey and 79th Street in Manhattan by bus is about 1 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Staten Island to get to 79th Street?

    Get on the SIM22 bus from the Eltingville/Transit Center stop near Staten Island in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Staten Island and 79th Street?

    Get off the bus at the Madison Av/E 48 St stop, which is closest to 79th Street in Manhattan.

  • How much is the bus fare from Staten Island to 79th Street?

    The ride from Staten Island to 79th Street costs $7.25.

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