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NYC Ferry Fall Schedule Effective September 9, 2024
August 26, 2024
NYC Ferry’s Fall 2024 schedule will begin on Monday, September 9th. Here is everything you need to know about this schedule: Starting 9/9, the South Brooklyn route will resume service to Governors Island on weekdays and weekends. Riders from other routes can transfer to the South Brooklyn route at Pier 11. Some departure times on
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Celebrate the Lunar New Year with NYC Ferry

January 19, 2023

Happy Lunar New Year! According the the Chinese zodiac, 2023 is the year of the rabbit. To celebrate, we’ve compiled some exciting events you can hop to when you ride with NYC Ferry. Purchase your ferry tickets on our website here or via the NYC Ferry app to join in on the festivities. LIC Lunar New

Bagels Galore! Celebrating National Bagel Day with Russ & Daughters

January 12, 2023

Happy National Bagel Day! Visit Russ & Daughters for a ‘ferry’ sweet treat ? It’s no secret that NYC is the center of bagelmania in the USA. No matter where you go in the city, what time of year it is, or how you like yours prepared, a New York bagel always hits differently. To

Service Alert – UPDATE: Governors Island Landing Reopening March 8

December 12, 2022

Service Alert – UPDATE: Governors Island Landing Reopening March 8 The landing used for NYC Ferry service at Governors Island will return to service on March 8, 2023.  Until that date, NYC Ferry’s South Brooklyn route will bypass Governors Island in both directions.  For service to Governors Island in the interim, please continue to take

A ‘Very NYC Ferry Holiday’ Community Events Calendar

December 8, 2022

Celebrate winter with #VeryNYCFerryHoliday events all across NYC!  Looking for ways to celebrate the holidays? We’ve rounded up community events happening all across the city– easily accessible by NYC Ferry! Follow the calendar to be sure you don’t miss out on any of the fun.    Winter Lantern Festival: Journey to the East | Now

Update on NYC Ferry Coney Island Service

November 21, 2022

In late 2021, NYC Ferry paused work on the Coney Island Creek ferry landing due to navigation and safety concerns related to sand build-up. While we have taken an exhaustive look at the different location options for a Coney Island Ferry landing with continuous dialogue with the community, we have not yet found an operationally viable and financially responsible

Modified Winter Holiday Schedule

November 17, 2022

NYC Ferry will be operating on a weekend schedule on the following days: Monday, December 26 Monday, January 2nd NYC Ferry will be operating on a modified schedule for the following holidays: Christmas Day — Sunday, December, 25th New Year’s Day — Sunday, January 1st East River | ER_HOLIDAY_SCHEDULES_2022 South Brooklyn | SB_HOLIDAY_SCHEDULES_2022 Astoria | AST_HOLIDAY_SCHEDULES_2022 Soundview

Greenpoint Landing Reopens Monday, November 14

November 10, 2022

We’re excited to announce that the Greenpoint landing will reopen on Monday, November 14. We appreciate your patience and look forward to serving our Greenpoint riders once again on the East River route. View the updated East River winter schedule here.  

NYC Ferry Winter 2022 Schedule in Effect Monday, Nov 7, 2022

October 25, 2022

NYC FERRY WINTER 2022 SCHEDULE The new NYC Ferry Winter Schedule will go into effect Monday, Nov 7, 2022. Click to preview & download the new schedule to plan your trip accordingly. NYC Ferry Schedules  East River | ER Schedule Effective 11-07-2022 South Brooklyn | SB Schedule Effective 11-07-2022 Astoria | AST Schedule Effective 11-07-2022 Soundview | SV

NYC Ferry Sukkot Holiday Schedule – October 12 – 13, 2022

October 6, 2022

The East River and South Brooklyn routes will be operating on a modified schedule for the Sukkot holiday from October 12-13. Please plan your commute accordingly. East River | ER Schedule Effective 10.12-13 South Brooklyn | SB Schedule Effective 10.12-13

Sail Your City: Soundview

September 27, 2022

This month is all about our Soundview route which extends from Throgs Neck in the Bronx to Pier 11 in Lower Manhattan. We will be exploring a few of the landings, sharing places to visit and experience along the way!  Stuyvesant Cove ? Eleni’s Eleni’s restaurant is a delicious journey that takes you on a

Celebrate 35 years of the LES Ecology Center with NYC Ferry

September 16, 2022

The LES Ecology Center has pioneered community-based models in urban sustainability since 1987. Now, as they celebrate 35 years, the LES Ecology Center continues to provide unique e-waste and composting services, environmental stewardship opportunities, and educational programming to all New Yorkers who want to learn about environmental issues and create community solutions through action. To

NYC Ferry Fall 2022 Service Changes

September 7, 2022

The NYC Ferry Fall schedule will go into effect on Monday, September 12, 2022. Click to preview & download the new schedule to plan your trip accordingly. ⛴ NYC Ferry Fall 2022 Schedules  East River | ER Schedule Effective 09-12-22 South Brooklyn | SB Schedule Effective 09-12-22 Astoria | AST Schedule Effective 09-12-22 Soundview |

NYC Ferry Rockaway Beach Guide

August 1, 2022

With the addition of the Rockaway Rocket, NYC Ferry riders can now get to Rockaway Beach easier than ever! To help you plan your day in Rockaway we’ve compiled a list of fun activities, unique shopping experiences, delicious food, and refreshing drinks! ⛱ Activities Jacob Riis Beach The eastern end of the beach at Jacob

Ferry Cool Things to Do With Your Dog in NYC

August 1, 2022

Did you know that NYC Ferry allows dogs onboard as long as they’re in a carrier or muzzled? We love allowing you and your furry friend to sail around NYC so much that we’ve put together this list of dog-focused things to do near our landings! Dog-focused Businesses ?  Château Le Woof – Astoria Natassa

Now in Service: Our New Rockaway Rocket Express Route

July 15, 2022

Premium Value, Expedited Line, Guaranteed Spot, Non-Stop! We are thrilled to announce that our new Rockaway Rocket express route tis now in service! Beat the lines and the heat with a guaranteed spot on a ferry that will go directly from Pier 11/Wall St. to Rockaway for 8 dollars. This route will be offered on

NYC Ferry Schedule Change in Effect Saturday, July 16, 2022

July 13, 2022

NYC FERRY SUMMER SCHEDULE CHANGE The new NYC Ferry Schedule will go into effect Saturday, July 16, 2022. The South Brooklyn route does not stop at Governors Island on weekends during the summer schedule. Click to preview & download the new schedule to plan your trip accordingly. NYC Ferry Schedules  East River | ER Schedule