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How to get from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island by ferry?

From Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island by ferry

To get from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island in Manhattan, take the ER ferry from Hunters Point South station to Wall St/Pier 11 station. Next, take the SB ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 station to Gov. Island/Yankee Pier station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $9.00. The ferry schedule from Water Taxi Beach may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry schedule to Governors Island on the Moovit app.

71min$9.00
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - ERER
Ferry - SBSB
Walk to Governors Island
Leaves from Hunters Point South

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Hunters Point South
    ID 2319806
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Ferry - ERER
    Wait for ferry
    ER
    Wall St./Pier 11 (E R A)
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Wall St/Pier 11
    ID 2319811
    26 min
  • 4
    Ferry - SBSB
    Wait for ferry
    SB
    Governors Island
  • 5
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Gov. Island/Yankee Pier
    ID 2319870
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to Governors Island
    Walk to
    Governors Island
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island

The distance between Water Taxi Beach, Manhattan and Governors Island, Manhattan is approximately 7.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island by ferry, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Ferry schedule from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island

To check the ferry schedule from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Water Taxi Beach) and destination (Governors Island), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available ferry routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each ferry, 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 ferry schedules.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island?

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Ferry line ER, Ferry line SB.

  • Is there a direct ferry between Water Taxi Beach and Governors Island?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 ferry lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

  • Which ferry line goes from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island?

    The ER ferry line goes from Hunters Point South station near Water Taxi Beach in Queens to Wall St/Pier 11 station. From there you’ll have to take one ferry line till Wall St/Pier 11 station near Governors Island in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island by ferry?

    The total travel time between Water Taxi Beach in Queens and Governors Island in Manhattan by ferry is about 1 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the ferry near Water Taxi Beach to get to Governors Island?

    Get on the ER ferry from the Hunters Point South station near Water Taxi Beach in Queens.

  • Where do I get off the ferry when travelling between Water Taxi Beach and Governors Island?

    Get off the ferry at the Wall St/Pier 11 station, which is closest to Governors Island in Manhattan.

  • How much is the ferry fare from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island?

    The ride from Water Taxi Beach to Governors Island costs $9.00.