Does Staten Island Ferry have free parking?
No vehicles are allowed on the ferry. In addition to privately operated lots, there is a NYC DOT Municipal parking lot at St. George Ferry Terminal. The hourly parking rate is $1.50.
How long can you park at the Staten Island Ferry?
18-hour
There is an 18-hour limit for parked cars. Ferry riders can also use the NYC DOT Municipal parking lot and garage at the Staten Island Courthouse at 54 Central Avenue that features 721 parking spots.
When did they stop allowing cars on the Staten Island Ferry?
Back in 1978, cars were regular cargo aboard Staten Island ferryboats equipped to handle vehicles. That practice stopped after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.
How much does it cost to take a car on the Staten Island Ferry?
Drivers would pay a $3 fee to ride the ferry, generating more than $600,000 a year in fares before 9/11. Some existing Staten Island Ferry boats were built with room for cars. The most recent Molinari class boats were designed before 9/11 and have space for 30 cars each. The oldest boat in the fleet, the John F.
How is the Staten Island ferry free?
Using MetroCard fare cards, passengers from Manhattan can exit a subway or bus on Whitehall Street, take the ferry for free, and have a free second transfer to a train or bus at St. George. Conversely, passengers from Staten Island can freely transfer to a subway or bus in Manhattan after riding the ferry.
Can you drink on the Staten Island Ferry?
Yes, there is a food concession aboard every boat. Beer is sold, but not hard liquor. The food concessions are open when ever a boat is running (24/7).
Does Staten Island have alternate side parking?
Overall it’s much easier to park on the street in Staten Island (SI) than the other NYC boroughs, but more challenging than many parts of nearby NJ. Alternate-side parking restrictions, the norm in Manhattan and many parts of Brooklyn, are not a problem in SI.
Why are there no cars on the Staten Island Ferry?
New York City has decided to ban vehicles permanently from the Staten Island Ferry to discourage motorists from driving to Manhattan and to allow for a $112 million renovation of the ferry’s downtown terminal.
How heavy is the Staten Island Ferry?
Staten Island Ferry Current Ferries
| Commision Date | 12/18/2004 |
|---|---|
| Gross Tonnage | 3200 |
| Passengers / Cars | 4400 / 30 |
| Builder | Marinette Marine. Wisconsin |
| Engines | GM-EMD 710GB16 (X3) |