How to get from Yonkers to Riker's Island by bus and subway?

Yonkers to Riker's Island - Bus Schedule

The 28 bus from Yonkers to Riker's Island runs from 5:41 AM to 9:29 AM, with departures every 25-45 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 36 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Yonkers to Riker's Island by bus and subway

To get from Yonkers to Riker's Island in Bronx, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 28 bus from Central Park Ave @ Staunton St station to 5 Av/W 43 St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the M subway and finally take the Q100 bus from 21 St/41 Av station to Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 36 min. The ride fare is $5.75. The bus and subway schedule from Yonkers may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Riker's Island on the Moovit app.

96min$5.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2828
Subway - M
Bus - Q100Q100
Walk to Riker's Island
Leaves from Central Park Ave @ Staunton St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Park Ave @ Staunton St
    ID 783
    720 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Nyc, 5th Ave.
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5 Av/W 43 St
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    42 St-Bryant Pk
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Subway - M
    Wait for subway
    M
    Forest Hills-71 Av
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    21 St-Queensbridge
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    21 St/41 Av
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - Q100Q100
    Wait for bus
    Q100
    Limited Rikers Island
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rikers Island Rdwy/Rikers Island
    22 min
  • 10
    Walk to Riker's Island
    Walk to
    Riker's Island
    Rikers Island
    850 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Yonkers to Riker's Island

The distance between Yonkers, Bronx and Riker's Island, Bronx is approximately 23.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Yonkers to Riker's Island by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bronx – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Yonkers to Riker's Island

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Yonkers to Riker's Island?

    The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Bus line 28, Subway line M, Bus line Q100.

  • Is there a direct bus between Yonkers and Riker's Island?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 36 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Yonkers to Riker's Island?

    The 28 bus line goes from Central Park Ave @ Staunton St station near Yonkers in New York - New Jersey to 5 Av/W 43 St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till 5 Av/W 43 St station near Riker's Island in Bronx.

  • How long does it take to travel from Yonkers to Riker's Island by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Yonkers in New York - New Jersey and Riker's Island in Bronx by bus and subway is about 1 hr 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Yonkers to get to Riker's Island?

    Get on the 28 bus from the Central Park Ave @ Staunton St stop near Yonkers in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Yonkers and Riker's Island?

    Get off the bus at the 5 Av/W 43 St stop, which is closest to Riker's Island in Bronx.

  • How much is the total bus and subway fare from Yonkers to Riker's Island?

    The ride from Yonkers to Riker's Island costs $5.75.

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