East River Ferry
Boat or Ferry
Brooklyn
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"Brooklyn and even Dumbo."(3 Tips)
"They have a little bus to take you around midtown!"(3 Tips)
"The free coffee from Bkl Roasting Co. is great!"(2 Tips)
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Best way to commute to the city, rain or shine! Not packed, pretty quick and amazing views! They have a little bus to take you around midtown! Not needed if you go downtown.
Definite recommendation for any tourists/visitors. Especially if you live in Murray Hill or Midtown East and want to go to Williamsburg or DUMBO
Use the app to buy your ticket with a card--for some reason they want to charge you an extra $1 to get a ticket on board with a card. They will let you board and use your phone to buy it, too.
City of New YorkDecember 26, 2012By creating a reliable, affordable ferry service on the East River, residents have a sustainable transportation alternative to travel around the city.- Chloe BecquetJune 11, 2015The best way to get over the east river to Greenpoint, Brooklyn and even Dumbo. You even get amazing skyline views of Manhattan
Sapana KulkarniAugust 5, 2015Get the app to avoid lines for the ticket. Wait until you see the boat to activate the ticket.
If you can look past the black smoke over the water, it's the best way to go to and from L.I.C., Greenpoint, Williamsburg, Brooklyn Bridge Park in DUMBO, South Street Seaport, and Governor's Island.
Thomas PajorMay 5, 2015What better way to enjoy the views of Midtown and Lower Manhattan on a sunny day than from a boat on the East River?
Donna McMarch 3, 2013Tourist tip: a cheap & fast way into Brooklyn - with a lovely view of Manhattan!
Mylene Mendoza-DayritMay 22, 2012Cool and stress-free way to see NYC. Never crossed two bridges these fast - Manhattan Bridge and Brooklyn Bridge. Been in the Big Apple since the eighties but this is my first ferry tour!
amNewYorkOctober 24, 2011Introduced in June, 2011, the ferry costs $4 each way and sets sail every 20 minutes. Take a quick, scenic ride to Long Island City (only five minutes away) or to Brooklyn and back.
Alicia LuqueMarch 16, 2012The best $4 you can spend to commute from Greepoint/Williamsburg to Downtown Manhattan. Absolutely breathtaking views. Have a nice trip! :)
NY WaterwayApril 26, 2012One of our great services on the East River! We have several locations! You can even do a transfer at Pier 11, and make your way up the Hudson!- City of New YorkDecember 26, 2012In July 2012, East River Ferry ridership reached one million passengers, more than doubling expectations in just over its first year of service.
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Steff HindSeptember 15, 2014$4 weekday $6 weekend, much better than taking the subway and has a great view
Elena V.July 9, 2011Service is VERY unreliable so don't count on the ferry when you're rushed. But when it works the ride is smooth & efficient.
andrew iadelucaOctober 7, 2012Don't ever be late! The time says 12:30 be there 5-10mins ahead of time they don't wait, just be prepared stays on strict schedule. About a 5min shuttle very convenient
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Janelle J.June 16, 2012If you don't know where you are going, pay attention rather than yelling at the poor ferry workers when you miss your stop ;)
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Be on time because the ferry leaves the dock exactly according to schedule
Download the NY Waterway app and get your tickets on your phone.- City of New YorkFebruary 11, 2013Follow the East River Ferry on Twitter @eastriverferry to get the latest updates and schedules.
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Download the NY Waterway app for digital tickets & schedules.
Ride past Williamsburg during live concerts. It's like being in a Miami Vice episode
The iced coffee served on board in the morning is surprisingly good!
Service is actually quite reliable. Check the schedule online before you go.
Turn your back on Manhattan and relish the grit of BK's working waterfront.
- East River FerryMarch 13, 2012East River Ferry - Upper Decks to Re-Open tomorrow 3/15
Be on time. These ferries are running like clockwork. In fact, be a few mins early.
Worth $8 round trip to governors island, not packed to the gills like free ferries
The captain may leave without passengers if you're slow...
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"Best way to get around when it’s nice out. Cost the same as a subway but the views and air are much nicer. Download the NYC Ferry app to view schedules and buy your tickets in advance."
Ian Kennedy
"Dress warmly during the winter months. The cold wind off the East River makes the temperature drop by 5-10 degrees. Protip :: use the app to time your arrival to the ferry."
Cooper Smith
"Get there early during evening rush hours. Da line gets yuge."
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