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Getting to the Statue of Liberty From New York & New Jersey
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Where is the Statue of Liberty Located?
The Statue of Liberty is located on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. The island is located south of Manhattan and is accessible by ferry from Battery Park in New York City or Liberty State Park in New Jersey.
Address: Liberty Island, New York, NY 10004, United States
Closest Ferry Station: Battery Park (New York); Liberty State Park (New Jersey)
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How to Get to the Statue of Liberty by Public Transport?
The Statue of Liberty is located on Liberty Island, which can only be accessed by ferry. Take a look at the different ways you can reach the nearest ferry station from New York and New Jersey.
From New York
- By Bus: Bus lines BXM18, M20, M15-SBS, QM 11, or QM 25 will get you to Battery Park. The nearest bus stops are at South-Ferry Terminal, Whitehall Street, and Batter PI.
- By Subway: Lines 1, 4, 5, R, or W will get you to South Ferry station, which is a short walk from Battery Park.
- By Train: Take any train on the PATH network to the World Trade Center station to reach the ferry station.
- By Taxi: Hail a local taxi or book an Uber or Lyft to get to Battery Park.
From New Jersey
- By Bus: Bus numbers 1, 119, 6, 80, and 86 stop near Liberty State Park. The closest bus stop is at Grand St. At Washington St.
- By Light Rail: The Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (HBLR) stops at Liberty State Park station, which is a short walk away from the ferry station.
- By Train: Get onto the PATH train from any of the train stations in New Jersey and alight at Grove Street station. The ferry station is around 1.8 miles from here.
- By Taxi: Catch a local taxi from anywhere in the city to Liberty State Park ferry station.
How to Get to the Statue of Liberty by Car?
From New York
Travel time: 6 minutes (from One World Trade Center)
To reach Battery from the East side, take FDR Drive South to Exit 1, South Ferry/Battery Park. If you are arriving from the West Side take the Westside Highway South to Battery Park. It will take you about 6 minutes to get to Battery Park from One World Trade Center.
Nearby parking facilities:
- State Pearl Garage: The State Pearl Garage is just 1 minute from Battery Park, located at 1 Bridge Street.
- LAZ Parking Garage: LAZ Parking Garage is just 5 minutes away from the park. Charges are $22 for up to 2 hours and $32 for up to 12 hours.
- Battery Place Parking: The Battery Place Parking is just a 4 minute walk from Battery Park. Located at 50 Battery Place, this parking lot will you cost around $24 for up to 2 hours, $28 for up to 3, and $40 for up to 10 hours.
From New Jersey
Travel time: 6 minutes (from Jersey City)
To reach Liberty State Park, follow the New Jersey Turnpike Extension until you reach Exit 14B. Look out for signs that guide you to the Liberty State Park ferry station. Once you get onto Audrey Zapp Dr, the Statue of Liberty parking lot will be on your right.
Parking facilities:
Parking is available at Liberty State Park for a fee. Accessibility parking is also available here.
How to Get to the Statue of Liberty by Ferry?
From New York: The closest ferry station from New York is at Battery Park. The ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty takes around 15 minutes from this station.
From New Jersey: Liberty State Park is the closest ferry station from New Jersey. The first stop from the ferry station will be at Ellis Island, followed by the Statue of Liberty. The ride to Ellis Island takes about 15 minutes from Liberty State Park.
*Your Statue of Liberty tickets include the ferry ride to and from the monument.
About the Statue of Liberty FerryFrequently Asked Questions About Getting to the Statue of Liberty
Where is the Statue of Liberty located?
The Statue of Liberty is located on Liberty Island in New York.
What is the Statue of Liberty's address?
The Statue of Liberty's address is Liberty Island, New York, NY 10004, United States. Please note that the monument can only be accessed via ferry.
How do I get to the Statue of Liberty?
You will have to take a ferry to get to the Statue of Liberty. The closest ferry station is at Battery Park in New York and Liberty State Park in New Jersey. You can get to these stations by bus, train, subway, taxi, or car.
How much is the ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty?
The ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty will cost you around $24. However, your Statue of Liberty tickets include the ferry ride to and from Battery Park & Liberty State Park.
Which city is the Statue of Liberty in?
The Statue of Liberty is located on the New York Harbor, between New York and New Jersey.
Which is the best way to get to the Statue of Liberty?
The best way to get to the Statue of Liberty from New York is by taking a bus or metro to Battery Park Station, where you can board the ferry to get to the monument. From New Jersey, the best way to reach the ferry station is by taking the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (HBLR) to Liberty State Park station.
Which is the fastest way to get to the Statue of Liberty?
The fastest way to get to the Statue of Liberty ferry stations is by taxi or car.
Which is the cheapest way to get to the Statue of Liberty?
The cheapest way to get to the Statue of Liberty from New York is by bus or subway. From New Jersey, the most convenient and budget-friendly way to get to the ferry station is by taking the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (HBLR).
Which is the closest bus stop to the Statue of Liberty?
In New York, Battery Pl at Greenwich Street is the closest bus stop to the Statue of Liberty. In New Jersey, the closest bus stop to the ferry station is at Grand St. At Washington St.
Which is the closest train station to the Statue of Liberty?
Whitehall Ferry Terminal station is the closest train station to the Statue of Liberty in New York. In New Jersey, the closest train station to the ferry is Grove Street station.
Which is the closest subway station to the Statue of Liberty?
South Ferry Station and Whitehall Street are the closest subway stations to the Statue of Liberty in New York.
Can I park at the Statue of Liberty?
Paid parking facilities are available close to Battery Park. The closest one is Ocean Parking, which is a 2-minute walk from Battery Park. If you're travelling from New Jersey, you can park at the Statue of Liberty parking lot at Liberty State Park.
