Transport

Getting here

JFK (international)

Distance from Williamsburg

40 mins - 1.5 hour

Distance from Manhattan

1 - 2 hour

Cost for Uber or Taxi

$50-150 (high during peak hours)

Public transport

Airtrain (<$20 return) brings you from the terminal to the subways (~$3 per ride).

~1 hour to Manhattan.

Newark (international)

Distance from Williamsburg

4

Distance from Manhattan

1

Cost for Uber or Taxi

$

Public transport

A

La Guardia (primarily domestic)

Distance from Williamsburg

4

Distance from Manhattan

1

Cost for Uber or Cab

$

Public transport

A

Getting around NY

Subway

The subway’s usually the fastest way to get around. It runs 24/7 and can take you pretty much anywhere.

How to pay:

$3 per ride. You can tap with your phone or purchase tickets at the station. If you’re planning to stay for a few days it may be worth getting an unlimited weekly ticket for ~$35.

Citibike

Great for short trips and a nice way to see the city above ground. They have regular bikes and e-bikes.

How to pay:

You can either download the citibike app or pay through the Lyft rideshare app (details about that below).

Ferries

It’s a great way to travel, especially on a nice day. Plus, the views of the skyline are amazing and it’s a great way to go between Manhattan and Brooklyn.

How to pay:

Purchase tickets from machines inside any of the ferry terminals.