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Q: How many people ride on the
Staten Island Ferry daily? What is the fare?
A: Approximately 60,000 people a day make trips on the Staten Island Ferry. Beginning on July 4, 1997, the fare for passengers, which had been 50 cents for a round trip between St. George, Staten Island, and lower Manhattan, was eliminated.
Q: What days and times can I take my car on the Staten Island Ferry?
A: Vehicles have not been allowed on the ferry since September 11, 2001. We hope to restore vehicle service in the future.
Q: Who operates ferry services in New York City other than the Staten Island Ferry? How can I get information on routes and fares?
A: Private ferries are operated on a number of routes between Manhattan and other areas of New York City and between New York City and destinations in New Jersey. The Department of Transportation licenses those operators who pick up or discharge passengers at City-owned docking facilities. You can find information on routes and fares, and the telephone numbers of the ferry operators, by looking for Ferry Information.
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