

The South Brooklyn route of NYC Ferry connects South Brooklyn’s residential communities, waterfront parks, and innovative industries to residents and job centers in Midtown and the Financial District.
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*The South Brooklyn route may not stop at all landings at all times. Please consult the ferry schedule for detailed information.
Monday - Friday
Saturday - Sunday
Bus
B9 and B64 busses between Bay Ridge Avenue and Narrows Avenue
Train
R Train between Bay Ridge Avenue and 4th Avenue
Bus
B9 and B64 busses between Bay Ridge Avenue and Narrows Avenue
Train
R Train between Bay Ridge Avenue and 4th Avenue
Bike
Citibike
Large cruise ships at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal have caused a lot of traffic congestion in Red Hook over the past few years. This pilot is part of an initiative to reduce cruise-related congestion on Red Hook streets and improve vehicle flow. The information gathered during this pilot will help guide future decisions to reduce the number of private vehicles on Red Hook streets when peak cruise season restarts in 2025.
Do I have to be a cruise passenger to ride the shuttle?
No, boarding is first-come, first-served and anyone at the landing may board the shuttle if they wish.
Do I need a ticket to board the shuttle?
No, the pilot shuttle is fare free, and no ticket is needed to board while the pilot is in operation. If you plan to board the regular South Brooklyn route, a valid NYC Ferry ticket is required. NYC Ferry staff will be at Red Hook/Atlantic Basin and Wall Street/Pier 11 to help organize lines and let you know when to board. Please note that vessels have limited capacity, and the shuttle will be boarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Can I make a free transfer after getting off the pilot shuttle?
No. If you wish to take a regularly scheduled NYC Ferry route, you must have a separate ticket purchased on the NYC Ferry app or at ticket vending machines on the landing.
Transportation Options
Bus
B61 Bus between Van Brunt Street and King Street
Train
F & G Train between Smith Street and W 9th Street
Bike
Citibike
Bus
B63 and B61 busses between Atlantic Avenue & Furman Street
B57 Bus between Court Street and Atlantic Avenue
Train
F and G Train between Bergen Street and Smith Street
4 & 5 Train between Court Street & Joralemon Street
Bike
Citibike
Ticket Office Hours
M-F: 5am – 8am, 11:30am – 9pm
Sat/Sun: 8am – 8pm
Transportation Options
Bus
M15, QM7, QM8, X8, and X14 lines available between Water and Wall Streets
Free Downtown Red Bus Connector shuttle available at Water and Wall Streets
Train
1 train at South Ferry between Whitehall and South Streets
2 and 3 trains available between Pine and William Streets
J and Z train available between Broad Street and Exchange Place
Bike
Citibike stations available at the following locations:
Transportation Options
Bus
B25 Bus between Old Fulton St and Elizabeth Pl
Train
F Train between York St and Jay St
A and C Train between Cadman Plaza W and Middagh St
2 and 3 Train between Henry St and Clark St
Bike
Citibike:
Transportation Options
Bus
M22 and M14A at Cherry Street and Jackson Street
M21 at Grand Street and FDR Drive
Bike
Cherry Street at Jackson Street and Grand Street