How to get from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan by subway?

Roosevelt Island to Manhattan - Subway Schedule

The 5 subway from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 27 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Roosevelt Island to Manhattan by subway

Take one direct subway from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey: take the 5 subway from Lexington Av/59 St station to Fulton St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Roosevelt Island may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Manhattan on the Moovit app.

27min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 5
Walk to Manhattan
Leaves from Lexington Av/59 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Lexington Av/59 St
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
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  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Fulton St
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    360 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan

The distance between Roosevelt Island, New York - New Jersey and Manhattan, New York - New Jersey is approximately 4.67 mi, which can typically be traveled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan?

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Subway line 5.

  • Is there a direct subway between Roosevelt Island and Manhattan?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Roosevelt Island in Manhattan to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey in 27 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan?

    The 5 subway line goes from Lexington Av/59 St station near Roosevelt Island in Manhattan to Fulton St station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Roosevelt Island in Manhattan and Manhattan in New York - New Jersey by subway is about 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Roosevelt Island to get to Manhattan?

    Get on the 5 subway from the Lexington Av/59 St station near Roosevelt Island in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when traveling between Roosevelt Island and Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Fulton St station, which is closest to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • When is the first bus from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan?

    The first bus from Roosevelt Island in Manhattan to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey is East Harlem - City Hall. It leaves the Lexington Av/E 59 St stop at 11:10 PM.

  • When is the last subway from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan?

    The last subway from Roosevelt Island in Manhattan to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey is the Lexington Avenue Express line. It leaves the Lexington Av/59 St station at 6:37 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan?

    The ride from Roosevelt Island to Manhattan costs $3.00.

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