New York, United States
Ferries from Long Island City
Long Island City (New York, United States) has 6 ferry routes to 3 destinations, operated by NYC Ferry. You can sail from Long Island City to East 34th Street, Greenpoint and Roosevelt Island. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
- 6
- Routes
- 3
- Destinations
- 1
- Operators
Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Long Island City?
6 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Greenpoint to Long Island City
- Fastest crossing
- 4m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Long Island City to Roosevelt Island
- Fastest crossing
- 5m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Roosevelt Island to Long Island City
- Fastest crossing
- 6m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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East 34th Street to Long Island City
- Fastest crossing
- 7m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Long Island City to East 34th Street
- Fastest crossing
- 7m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Long Island City to Greenpoint
- Fastest crossing
- 11m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Network
Where does Long Island City connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Long Island City?
- Region
- New York
- Coordinates
- 40.748° N, 73.958° W
- Shortest crossing
- 4m
Plan your trip
Boarding at Long Island City
Foot passengers — for these short local crossings, 10–15 minutes before departure is usually enough.
With a vehicle — not every local service takes cars; check the route page before travelling with one.
Getting there — check local bus, train and taxi links to New York, United States, and confirm the boarding point with your operator.
About
About Long Island City
Manhattan's East 34th Street is a 4-minute ferry crossing from the terminal in Long Island City, New York. This port connects Queens with Manhattan and Brooklyn across the East River. NYC Ferry is the sole operator for all services originating or terminating here.
Long Island City Ferry Routes and Operators
NYC Ferry operates six routes touching this terminal. The services connect to three distinct destinations. The shortest crossing is the 4-minute trip to East 34th Street. The connection to Roosevelt Island takes 6 minutes, while the journey south to Greenpoint in Brooklyn is scheduled for 11 minutes.
All crossings from this Queens terminal are domestic, serving commuters and travellers within New York City. The schedule provides frequent departures throughout the day across the three routes, linking two of the city's outer boroughs directly to Manhattan's Midtown East.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Long Island City?
From Long Island City you can take a ferry to East 34th Street, Greenpoint and Roosevelt Island. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Long Island City?
Ferries from Long Island City are run by NYC Ferry. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Long Island City?
Long Island City is served by 6 ferry routes connecting 3 ports. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Long Island City ferry port located?
Long Island City is in New York, United States (around 40.748, -73.958). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Long Island City ferry terminal?
Long Island City serves short local crossings — arriving 10–15 minutes before departure is usually enough for foot passengers. Confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
What are the most popular ferries from Long Island City?
Popular crossings from Long Island City include East 34th Street, Greenpoint and Roosevelt Island. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Long Island City carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel, and short local crossings are often passenger-only. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Long Island City?
For peak season and any sailing with a vehicle, book as early as possible. Off-peak foot-passenger fares are usually more flexible. Always confirm the latest timetable before travelling.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated Jul 24, 2026.
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