How long does it takes to get into the ferry to visit Liberty Island on weekdays?

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I have booked an online ticket to Statue of Liberty with Pedestal Access. The confirmation email that I received did not include information about access to the ferry. It says the ticket includes ferry service but doesn't mention whether I have normal access or priority access.

I'm in a bit of a tight schedule, so I would like to know how long it normally takes to get into the ferry on a weekday? Is there a long queue?

And how long is the trip to the Liberty Island from battery park?



Best Answer

On a fine summer weekend, the waiting time for the ferry to Liberty Island is no more than 30-45 minutes. For a weekday, it will be only less I assume. Have a good trip.

PS: I took the ferry on 4-July-2016 and I did not wait for more than 30 mins.




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How early should I get to the Statue of Liberty ferry?

The statue of Liberty ferry and ticket office is located at Battery Park in Manhattan. Ferries open at 8:30 am and we suggest getting there as early as possible to be at the front of the line.

How long is the boat ride to Liberty Island?

Sailing time to each island is approximately 15 minutes. If you remain on boat for ride only without visiting either monument, it will be one hour and fifteen minutes.

How long does it take to visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island?

Visitors to the statue's crown are only permitted to stay for a few minutes, while those visiting the pedestal are not limited. If you opt to visit both Liberty Island and Ellis Island, plan to spend approximately six hours on the trip and select an early departure time.

What is the best time of day to visit the Statue of Liberty?

The best time slot to choose is early in the morning: this will allow you to avoid the crowds that tend to take over the ferry at about 10-11am.



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Answer 2

The trip from Battery Park to Liberty Island is about 10 minutes.

The queue depends on the time of the day. Early access has less queue, the more you go toward midday the more the queue starts to grow. Anyway if you arrive one hour in advance you should be fine.

We had the 9 am ticket (on friday mid August) and the queue was less than 10 minutes.

There is no priority ticket, the only advantage that you have by booking online is that you follow another, shorter, line.

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