Getting around: subway, ferry, walking and cabs
Getting around from 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge is straightforward: the High Street–Brooklyn Bridge subway station is about a 5-minute walk, and the nearby DUMBO/Pier 1 NYC Ferry landing provides direct service to Lower Manhattan. For short hops use local cabs or app rides; the hotel concierge can arrange airport transfers, town car service, or the complimentary Audi e-tron house car for short local drop-offs included with the daily amenity fee.
In this guide
Subway: nearest lines and practical tips
The closest subway station is High Street–Brooklyn Bridge, roughly a 5-minute walk from the hotel lobby. That station connects you to multiple Manhattan and Brooklyn destinations via the A and C lines.
Bring a MetroCard or use contactless payment (OMNY) at the turnstiles. Subway service runs 24 hours, but frequencies vary by time of day; check real-time apps for delays or planned work.
- Walk time to High Street–Brooklyn Bridge: about 5 minutes
- Pay with OMNY (contactless) or MetroCard at station
- Ask concierge for current service advisories or shortcuts
| From hotel | Line(s) | Typical connections |
|---|---|---|
| High Street–Brooklyn Bridge | A, C | Lower Manhattan, Midtown (with transfers), other Brooklyn stops |
| York Street (DUMBO) — short walk | F | Lower Manhattan via subway connections, other Brooklyn neighborhoods |
| Brooklyn Bridge–City Hall (nearby walk) | 4, 5, 6 (via connections) | Lower/Upper Manhattan via transfers |
Ferry: landing at Pier 1 and where it goes
The hotel sits adjacent to the DUMBO/Brooklyn Bridge Park ferry landing (Pier 1), making the NYC Ferry an easy option for reaching Lower Manhattan including Wall Street/Pier 11. Ferries are scheduled services—check the NYC Ferry timetable for current routes and times.
Seasonal weekend ferry service from nearby Pier 6 runs to Governors Island in late spring through October; frequency is higher on weekends. The ferry is a pleasant alternative to the subway when the weather is good.
- Pier 1 (Fulton Ferry/Pier 1) is next to the hotel — very short walk
- Common route: Pier 1 ↔ Wall Street/Pier 11 (Lower Manhattan)
- Governors Island seasonal weekend service departs from nearby Pier 6
| Route | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Pier 1 ↔ Wall Street/Pier 11 | Daily connection to Lower Manhattan |
| Pier 6 ↔ Governors Island (seasonal weekends) | Day trips to Governors Island (late spring–Oct) |
Walking and nearby sights
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge sits on Pier 1 of Brooklyn Bridge Park, so many major sights are an easy walk: the Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Jane’s Carousel, and DUMBO streets are all minutes away. The hotel’s waterfront location makes walking a practical way to see the area.
Wear comfortable shoes—cobblestones and park paths are common—and ask the concierge for recommended walking routes or timed visits for popular spots.
- Brooklyn Bridge: about a 5-minute walk
- Brooklyn Heights Promenade and Jane’s Carousel: about 5–6 minutes
- DUMBO and its ferry/terminal: about 5–10 minutes
| Destination | Approx. walk time from hotel |
|---|---|
| Brooklyn Bridge | ≈ 5 minutes |
| DUMBO terminal / Fulton Ferry | ≈ 5–10 minutes |
| Brooklyn Heights Promenade / Jane’s Carousel | ≈ 5–6 minutes |
Cabs, ride-hail, and local car service
Street yellow cabs and ride-hail apps (Uber, Lyft) serve the hotel curb; the concierge can flag a taxi or help arrange a ride. Travel times to Manhattan vary with traffic, so allow extra time during peak hours.
The hotel offers an Audi e-tron house car for complimentary local drop-offs within a three-mile radius as part of the daily amenity fee—ask the front desk for availability and booking.
- Street taxis: hail nearby or request through concierge
- Ride-hail apps work from the hotel curb (pickup points may be directed by staff)
- Audi e-tron house car: complimentary drop-offs within a three-mile radius (subject to availability)
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Yellow taxi | Short trips when street pickups are easy |
| Ride-hail (app) | Controlled pickup time/price estimates |
| Hotel Audi e-tron house car | Short local drop-offs covered by amenity fee |
Airport transfers and getting to JFK, LGA, or EWR
The hotel does not provide a free airport shuttle. Concierge can arrange private transfers, town cars, or taxis to John F. Kennedy (JFK), LaGuardia (LGA), or Newark (EWR). Travel time varies with traffic—ask the concierge for current estimated drive times and rates.
Public transit to airports typically mixes subway, LIRR or AirTrain for JFK and EWR, and buses or ride-hail to LGA; if you prefer to avoid transfers, request a direct car through the concierge or a ride-hail app.
- No complimentary airport shuttle—concierge arranges paid transfers
- LaGuardia (LGA) is the geographically closest major airport by drive time; JFK and EWR require longer drives or multimodal public transit
- Ask concierge to recommend departure times to allow for NYC traffic and airport check-in
| Airport | Typical transfer options |
|---|---|
| LGA | Taxi/ride-hail or arranged town car (shortest drive time) |
| JFK | Taxi/ride-hail or town car; public transit via subway + AirTrain/LIRR |
| EWR | Taxi/ride-hail or town car; public transit via NJ Transit or PATH + AirTrain |
Hotel concierge and mobility resources
The 24-hour front desk and concierge can print transit directions, check subway or ferry schedules, book cabs or private cars, and advise on walking routes from the hotel. Use them if you need updated service alerts, accessibility info, or reservations.
If you have mobility needs, tell the concierge so they can recommend accessible routes, nearest accessible subway entrances, or arrange accessible transport—the property lists a wheelchair-accessible path of travel and registration desk.
- Front desk and concierge operate 24 hours for transport assistance
- Ask for real-time subway/ferry advisories or alternate routes
- Concierge can arrange cars, confirm ferry schedules, and book restaurant or Harriet’s Rooftop reservations
| Service | How concierge helps |
|---|---|
| Subway/ferry schedules | Print or send directions, check advisories |
| Car transfers | Arrange taxis, ride-hail pickups, or private cars |
| Local recommendations | Suggest walking routes and less-crowded travel times |
