New York – Brooklyn Cruise Port Transportation
What is the closest airport to the New York City/Brooklyn Cruise Port?
There are 3 airports in relatively close proximity to the
Brooklyn Cruise Terminal:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK),
La Guardia Airport (LGA) or
Newark International Airport (EWR). Click to
Compare Rates on Cheap Flights to New York JFK is the largest of the three airports, operating more than 70 airlines. most of which are international.
Directions from JFK Airport to the Brooklyn NY Cruise Terminal
LaGuardia services mostly Domestic and Canadian flights. If you typically travel on a domestic budget airline, it is important to note that Southwest does not fly into JFK, and Spirit only flies into LGA.
Directions from LaGuardia to the Brooklyn NY Cruise Terminal
Direction from Newark Airport to Brooklyn NY Cruise Terminal
Car Rentals in Brooklyn/New York City
Most major car rental agencies, including
Budget, are available at the airports, however the closest companies to the cruise port are: -
Enterprise -
Avis -
National Check out
RentalCars.com to compare prices on NYC car rentals from
La Guardia or
JFK.
New York City/Brooklyn Taxis
The approximate costs for taking a Yellow Cab are as follows: JFK to Brooklyn - $45-60 LaGuardia to Brooklyn - $28-$38 Newark to Brooklyn - $80-100
Click here for up-to-date fare information from the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission. Here are some helpful tips when dealing with taxis in New York city:
When taking a cab from LGA or JFK: -a $1.00 surcharge during 4pm to 8pm peak times. - a $0.50 surcharge from 8pm to 6am - $0.50 NY State tax is added to trips within NY, but not to New Jersey - 4 passengers (5 in a minivan) is the limit - the meter starts at $3.00
When taking a cab from EWR - a $5 surcharge is added for trips into New York (except Staten Island) - a $5.50 surcharge is added when a credit card is used for payment - additional fees for luggage over 24 inches
Brooklyn Airport & Cruiseport Shuttles
Most hotels don't offer shuttle service.
See hotels close to the port.
This private transfer is a hassle-free option and will take you from any of the major local airports to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. The following companies offer shuttle service from the airport: -
Carmel Limo Service -
Super Shuttle - JFK -
Super Shuttle - LGA -
Go Airport Shuttle - JFK -
Go Airport Shuttle - LGA -
Winston Transportation – Brooklyn -
Arecibo Car Service Public Transit to Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
Train
There are two train stations that are close to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. From there, taxis are readily available to take you the rest of the way. Pennsylvania Station - 33rd Street, between 7th and 8th Ave, New York (7 miles to the port) Grand Central Terminal - 87 East 42nd Street, New York (9.3 miles to the port)
Bus
The B-61 Bus has a stop closest to the cruise terminal, with a stop at the corner of Pioneer and Van Brunt streets.
Click here for current bus schedules.
Subway
Take the F train to the Smith/9th Street Station and change to the B77 bus. Get off the bus at Conover and Dikeman Street. The walk is then approximately half a mile (10 minutes) from the bus stop to the cruise terminal.
Click here for New York City transit information. 
