NYC Ferry is proposing changes and additions to some ferry routes.
For the first time since our launch eight years ago, we are conducting a comprehensive evaluation of the entire NYC Ferry network and are proposing major route changes. The proposal holistically addresses known system issues and improves rider experience within our budget constraints, aiming to:
• Give riders more places to go
• Speed up commutes
• Make more seats available
• Operate more efficiently
• Reduce subsidy per rider
Highlights of proposed changes
• Break the East River into two routes, allowing ridership to grow and make trips faster.
• Combine the Soundview and Rockaway routes, getting Rockaway route riders to Midtown and E 90th St and filling previously empty boats going toward The Bronx.
• Connect the St. George (Staten Island) route to Brooklyn and the rest of the system.
• Provide a one-seat ride to Midtown for the South Brooklyn route, opening a popular job center to Red Hook and Atlantic Ave residents and increasing frequency.
For more information, including detailed changes by landing, please visit
According to the NYC Ferry route draft proposal, there are no changes for the Astoria East River ferry route that includes Roosevelt Island
or increased Roosevelt Island frequency of service.
I asked Roosevelt Island residents today:
Any suggestions for improving Roosevelt Island ferry service?
Roosevelt Island residents answered:
More frequency and more routes.
and
If 30 or more of us complete this survey and asked for double frequency on Roosevelt Island, they would take note.
A possible solution for increasing frequency would be adding Roosevelt Island and Astoria to the Soundview/East 90th Street East River ferry route.
Click here for more info on the NYC Ferry proposed route changes and here to fill out the survey.