How to get from Roosevelt Island to Stamford by subway and train?

Roosevelt Island to Stamford - Subway Schedule

The 5 subway from Roosevelt Island to Stamford usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 13 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Roosevelt Island to Stamford by subway and train

To get from Roosevelt Island to Stamford in New York - New Jersey, take the 5 subway from Lexington Av/59 St station to Grand Central-42 St station. Next, take the 3 train from Grand Central station to Stamford station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $18.25. The subway and train schedule from Roosevelt Island may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Stamford on the Moovit app.

73min$18.25
Walk to subway station
Subway - 5
Train - 3
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
    Crown Hts-Utica Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - 33
    Wait for train
    3
    1514#| New Haven-State St
  • 5
    Ride to train station Stamford
    Ride to train station
    Stamford
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Roosevelt Island to Stamford

The distance between Roosevelt Island, New York - New Jersey and Stamford, New York - New Jersey is approximately 33.95 mi, which can typically be traveled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Roosevelt Island to Stamford by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Roosevelt Island to Stamford

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Subway line 5, Train line 3.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one train line in total. The total traveling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Roosevelt Island to Stamford?

    The 5 subway line goes from Lexington Av/59 St station near Roosevelt Island in Manhattan to Grand Central-42 St station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Grand Central-42 St station near Stamford in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Roosevelt Island to Stamford by subway and train?

    The total travel time between Roosevelt Island in Manhattan and Stamford in New York - New Jersey by subway and train is about 1 hr 13 min.

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

    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 Stamford?

    Get off the subway at the Grand Central-42 St station, which is closest to Stamford in New York - New Jersey.

  • When is the first train from Roosevelt Island to Stamford?

    The first train from Roosevelt Island in Manhattan to Stamford in New York - New Jersey is New Haven. It leaves the Grand Central station at 12:49 AM.

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

    The ride from Roosevelt Island to Stamford costs $18.25.

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