How to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island by subway?

From Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island by subway

Take one direct subway from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan: take the M subway from 42 St-Bryant Pk station to Roosevelt Island station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Roosevelt Island on the Moovit app.

18min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - M
Leaves from 42 St-Bryant Pk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    42 St-Bryant Pk
    750 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Subway - M
    Wait for subway
    M
    Forest Hills-71 Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station Roosevelt Island
    Ride to subway station
    Roosevelt Island
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island by cable car and subway

To get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan, take the N subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Lexington Av/59 St station. Next, take the ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM cable car from Manhattan Tram Station station to Roosevelt Island Tram Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Roosevelt Island on the Moovit app.

38min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - N
Cable Car - ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM
ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM
Walk to Roosevelt Island
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - N
    Wait for subway
    N
    Astoria-Ditmars Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Lexington Av/59 St
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to cable car station
    Walk to cable car station
    Manhattan Tram Station
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Cable Car - ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAMROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM
    Wait for cable car
    ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM
    Roosevelt Island
  • 6
    Ride to cable car station
    Ride to cable car station
    Roosevelt Island Tram Station
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Roosevelt Island
    Walk to
    Roosevelt Island
    280 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island

The distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal, Manhattan and Roosevelt Island, Manhattan is approximately 2.73 mi, which can typically be travelled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island

To check the subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Port Authority Bus Terminal) and destination (Roosevelt Island), 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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From Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island by cable car and subway

To get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan, take the N subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Lexington Av/59 St station. Next, take the ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM cable car from Manhattan Tram Station station to Roosevelt Island Tram Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Roosevelt Island on the Moovit app.

38min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - N
Cable Car - ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM
ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM
Walk to Roosevelt Island
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - N
    Wait for subway
    N
    Astoria-Ditmars Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Lexington Av/59 St
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to cable car station
    Walk to cable car station
    Manhattan Tram Station
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Cable Car - ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAMROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM
    Wait for cable car
    ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM
    Roosevelt Island
  • 6
    Ride to cable car station
    Ride to cable car station
    Roosevelt Island Tram Station
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Roosevelt Island
    Walk to
    Roosevelt Island
    280 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island?

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Subway line M.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island?

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Subway line N, Cable Car line ROOSEVELT ISLAND TRAM.

  • Is there a direct subway between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Roosevelt Island in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan in 18 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan?

    The M subway line goes from 42 St-Bryant Pk station near Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills-71 Av station near Roosevelt Island in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Roosevelt Island in Manhattan by subway is about 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Port Authority Bus Terminal to get to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan?

    Get on the M subway from the 42 St-Bryant Pk station near Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Roosevelt Island in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Forest Hills-71 Av station, which is closest to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan.

  • When is the last subway from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan?

    The last subway from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island in Manhattan is the Queens Blvd Express/6 Av Local line. It leaves the 42 St-Bryant Pk station at 11:32 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island?

    The ride from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Roosevelt Island costs $3.00.

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