New York, United States
Ferries from Roosevelt Island
Roosevelt Island (New York, United States) has 4 ferry routes to 2 destinations, operated by NYC Ferry. You can sail from Roosevelt Island to Astoria and Long Island City. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
- 4
- Routes
- 2
- Destinations
- 1
- Operators
Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Roosevelt Island?
4 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
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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Astoria to Roosevelt Island
- Fastest crossing
- 8m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Roosevelt Island to Astoria
- Fastest crossing
- 8m
- Operators
- 1 operator
See schedule
Timetable
Ferry departures from Roosevelt Island
73 scheduled sailings leaving Roosevelt Island, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:17 | 06:23 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 06:55 | 07:01 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 07:02 | 07:10 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 07:33 | 07:39 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 07:40 | 07:48 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 08:11 | 08:17 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 08:18 | 08:26 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 08:49 | 08:55 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 08:56 | 09:04 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 09:13 | 09:19 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 09:27 | 09:33 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 09:34 | 09:42 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 09:40 | 09:49 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 10:05 | 10:11 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 10:12 | 10:20 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 10:13 | 10:19 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 10:43 | 10:52 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 10:43 | 10:49 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 11:09 | 11:17 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 11:16 | 11:22 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 11:40 | 11:46 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 11:43 | 11:52 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 12:06 | 12:14 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 12:16 | 12:22 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 12:24 | 12:33 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 12:37 | 12:43 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 12:57 | 13:03 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 13:03 | 13:11 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 13:05 | 13:14 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 13:34 | 13:40 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 13:38 | 13:44 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 13:46 | 13:55 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 14:00 | 14:08 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 14:19 | 14:25 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 14:27 | 14:36 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 14:31 | 14:37 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 14:57 | 15:05 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 15:00 | 15:06 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 15:08 | 15:17 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 15:28 | 15:34 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 15:41 | 15:47 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 15:49 | 15:58 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 15:57 | 16:05 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 16:22 | 16:28 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 16:28 | 16:34 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 16:30 | 16:39 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 16:54 | 17:02 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 17:03 | 17:09 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 17:11 | 17:20 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 17:29 | 17:35 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 17:33 | 17:41 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 17:44 | 17:50 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 17:52 | 18:01 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 18:05 | 18:11 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 18:12 | 18:20 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 18:25 | 18:31 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 18:33 | 18:42 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 18:44 | 18:50 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 18:54 | 19:02 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 19:06 | 19:12 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 19:14 | 19:23 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 19:26 | 19:32 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 19:33 | 19:41 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 19:47 | 19:53 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 19:55 | 20:04 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 20:05 | 20:11 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 20:08 | 20:16 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 20:28 | 20:34 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 20:36 | 20:45 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 20:39 | 20:45 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 20:47 | 20:55 | Astoria | 8m | NYC Ferry | Mon–Fri |
| 21:09 | 21:15 | Long Island City | 6m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
| 21:17 | 21:26 | Astoria | 9m | NYC Ferry | Weekends |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Roosevelt Island connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Roosevelt Island?
- Region
- New York
- Coordinates
- 40.757° N, 73.952° W
- Shortest crossing
- 5m
Plan your trip
The day at Roosevelt Island
First 06:17
Last 21:17
Busiest 15:00–16:00
16 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 06:17–21:17, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 73 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Roosevelt Island
Roosevelt Island already has a subway station and an aerial tramway, so the ferry landing at its northern end is a third way off a strip of land barely 250 metres wide. What the boat adds is a direct link east and north — Long Island City is 0.6 nautical miles away, Astoria 1.2.
Long Island City takes 6 minutes in both directions, with 37 departures and 36 arrivals a week. Astoria is 8 minutes outbound and 9 minutes on the return, with 36 and 37 — the mirror image, which is unusual enough on a tidal river to be worth noting.
Sailings run from 06:09 to 21:17, and NYC Ferry splits the week into a weekday calendar and a weekend one. Nothing operates late at night, so the tramway and the F train remain the only way off the island once the last boat has gone.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Roosevelt Island?
From Roosevelt Island you can take a ferry to Astoria and Long Island City. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Roosevelt Island?
Ferries from Roosevelt Island are run by NYC Ferry. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Roosevelt Island?
Roosevelt Island is served by 4 ferry routes connecting 2 ports. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Roosevelt Island ferry port located?
Roosevelt Island is in New York, United States (around 40.757, -73.952). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Roosevelt Island ferry terminal?
Roosevelt Island 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 Roosevelt Island?
Popular crossings from Roosevelt Island include Astoria and Long Island City. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Roosevelt Island 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 Roosevelt Island?
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 Aug 11, 2026.
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