The city’s ferry network is expanding with new routes aimed at improving connectivity between the outer boroughs and Manhattan. Starting this month, ferries will link East New York in Brooklyn to Long Island City in Queens, as well as new stops in the South Bronx, providing commuters and tourists with scenic and efficient alternatives to crowded subways and buses.

The expansion is part of a broader push to revitalize waterfront neighborhoods and promote sustainable transit options. Riders praise the ferries for reducing travel times and offering breathtaking views of the skyline and waterways.

City officials anticipate that the new routes will boost economic development in underserved areas, reflecting New York’s commitment to equitable transportation and urban renewal.