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Roosevelt Island to Long Island City

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Roosevelt Island to Long Island City Ferry

Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026

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Departs

Roosevelt Island

New York

6m
0.6 nm

Arrives

Long Island City

New York

Operated byNYC Ferry logoNYC Ferry
Route ASFrom $437 sailings listed0.6 nm
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At a glance

The Roosevelt Island to Long Island City ferry takes about 6m, with 37 listed sailings between 06:17 and 21:09. It is operated by NYC Ferry. Fares start from $4.

First sailing
06:17
Last sailing
21:09
Sailings listed
37
Crossing
6m

Roosevelt Island to Long Island City ferry timetable

DepartsArrivesDurationOperatorRuns
06:1706:236mNYC FerryMon–Fri
06:5507:016mNYC FerryMon–Fri
07:3307:396mNYC FerryMon–Fri
08:1108:176mNYC FerryMon–Fri
08:4908:556mNYC FerryMon–Fri
09:1309:196mNYC FerryWeekends
09:2709:336mNYC FerryMon–Fri
10:0510:116mNYC FerryMon–Fri
10:1310:196mNYC FerryWeekends
10:4310:496mNYC FerryMon–Fri
11:1611:226mNYC FerryWeekends
11:4011:466mNYC FerryMon–Fri
12:1612:226mNYC FerryWeekends
12:3712:436mNYC FerryMon–Fri
12:5713:036mNYC FerryWeekends
13:3413:406mNYC FerryMon–Fri
13:3813:446mNYC FerryWeekends
14:1914:256mNYC FerryWeekends
14:3114:376mNYC FerryMon–Fri
15:0015:066mNYC FerryWeekends
15:2815:346mNYC FerryMon–Fri
15:4115:476mNYC FerryWeekends
16:2216:286mNYC FerryWeekends
16:2816:346mNYC FerryMon–Fri
17:0317:096mNYC FerryWeekends
17:2917:356mNYC FerryMon–Fri
17:4417:506mNYC FerryWeekends
18:0518:116mNYC FerryMon–Fri
18:2518:316mNYC FerryWeekends
18:4418:506mNYC FerryMon–Fri
19:0619:126mNYC FerryWeekends
19:2619:326mNYC FerryMon–Fri
19:4719:536mNYC FerryWeekends
20:0520:116mNYC FerryMon–Fri
20:2820:346mNYC FerryWeekends
20:3920:456mNYC FerryMon–Fri
21:0921:156mNYC FerryWeekends

Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.

About the Roosevelt Island – Long Island City crossing

Thirty-seven sailings over six-tenths of a nautical mile. The crossing takes 6 minutes and costs the standard $4.00, linking Roosevelt Island with the Queens shore at Long Island City — a short hop on a network built mostly of longer ones.

Weekday and weekend start three hours apart

Twenty departures run Monday to Friday, from 06:17 to 20:39. Seventeen run at weekends, from 09:13 to 21:09 — a later start and a later finish, which is the usual shape when a service carries commuters on weekdays and visitors at weekends.

Times to the minute

Departures at 06:17, 09:13 and 20:39 are points on a longer rotation rather than a shuttle timed to the clock. The boat is working a route; this pairing is a segment of it.

Current plan

The listed departures run to 31 December 2027. Long validity on this network reflects a stable route map rather than a guarantee against weather disruption on the river.

Vehicles, pets & onboard

  • NYC Ferry app ticketing
  • Rockaway Reserve for busy summer sailings
  • Discount and student discount programmes
  • Route travel guides and beach guide

Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.

Getting to & from the ports

Departure port

Roosevelt Island

New York

Port guide & all routes

Arrival port

Long Island City

New York

Port guide & all routes

Frequently asked questions

How do I get back from Long Island City?

Check the Long Island City to Roosevelt Island ferry for return times.

How many times a day does it sail?

37 sailings a day.

What's the duration of this crossing?

Roughly 6m.

Which company runs this ferry?

Operated by NYC Ferry.

Is this a domestic or international route?

Domestic — the whole crossing stays within United States.

When's the first ferry of the day?

The first sailing leaves at 06:17.

How much does a ticket cost?

Fares start from around $4. Prices vary by operator, season, cabin and whether you take a vehicle.

Can I do this as a day trip?

A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 6m and several sailings a day (first 06:17, last 21:09), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.

Does the ferry run all year?

Sailings run daily, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.

Can I take a car on this ferry?

NYC Ferry does not list vehicle space on this service — plan to travel as a foot passenger. If you need to bring a car, check with the operator for alternative crossings.

Can I take a pet on this ferry?

Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with NYC Ferry, so declare your pet when booking.

What's the luggage allowance?

Foot passengers can normally bring their own luggage aboard at no extra charge, with racks or a luggage area near the entrance, and there is usually no airline-style weight limit. Oversized or excess items may carry a fee, so check with the operator if you are travelling with bulky baggage.

Continue your journey

Onward sailings from Long Island City

Plan a multi-leg trip — these ferries depart Long Island City.

Same departure port

More ferries from Roosevelt Island

Everything else that sails from the same quay.

Sharing a stop

Crossings calling at Roosevelt Island or Long Island City

Nearby links that share a quay with this one.

Timetable valid Jul 6, 2026 – Dec 31, 2027.

Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 10, 2026.

Operated by

Fares from

$4

Lowest published one-way fare. Final price varies by operator, date and vehicle.

Ports on this route

Roosevelt Island on the map

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