Long Island City Transportation Update
1 Nov
Herman Wouters for The New York Times
As some of the subway trains begun to move forward this morning at around 6am in NYC, Long Island City is still in a difficult spot. Here’s what we know so far:
- The N train is the only subway that works in and out of Long Island City (MTA fares have been waved)
- Buses are running on normal schedule, though expect major delays (and crowds)
- The East River Ferry is running today in Long Island City: The ferries will run on two modified routes: a northern loop, making stops at North Williamsburg, Long Island City, and East 34th Street; and a southern loop, making stops at North Williamsburg, Brooklyn Bridge Park in DUMBO, and Wall Street/Pier 11. There will be free transfers at North Williamsburg. In addition, NY Waterway will continue to operate its free bus service from E34thStreet on a limited schedule throughout the day.
- There is a three-person HOV requirement for all cars crossing bridges into Manhattan. The limit for cabs and TLC vehicles, however, has been lifted.
- A shortage of gas at stations is being reported.
We’ll bring you more up-to-date news as the day progresses.
Anyone know if there are long lines at the ferry? Is it civil?
Post-rush morning (11 am) was OK but had to wait 1 hour 20 minutes from 5:20 pm and was lucky enough to get on the last ferry. 3 block-length of other would-be riders were sent away. The crowd is very civil and friendly.
Not sure about the ferry, but the N train was very easy this morning.
I will be taking “F” train at 21 Queensbridge shortly. It runs to 34th Street Herald Square and all the way out in Queens. Master Tri-State transit and transport information on our site.