Roosevelt Island Tram

The aerial cable car between Manhattan and Roosevelt Island — hours, cost, the live station cameras, and how to ride.

Fare

$3.00 — tap OMNY, same as the subway

How often

One cabin is out for maintenance until Nov 26, so service is reduced. See rioc.ny.gov for times.

Ride time

About 4 minutes each way

Hours

~6 AM–2 AM daily (until ~3:30 AM Fri & Sat)

How to ride

1Go to the Manhattan tram station at Tram Plaza, 2nd Ave & E 59th St (or the Roosevelt Island station on Main St).
2Tap OMNY at the turnstile — the fare is $3.00, the same as the subway.
3Board the cabin. The ~4-minute ride glides beside the Queensboro Bridge with one of the best skyline views in the city.
4Your fare includes a free transfer to the subway or bus within two hours.

How much is the Roosevelt Island Tram?

$3.00 — the same as the subway. Tap OMNY, and you get a free transfer to the subway or bus within two hours.

How often does the tram run?

One cabin is out for maintenance until Nov 26, so service is reduced. See rioc.ny.gov for times.

How long is the tram ride?

About 4 minutes each way.

What are the tram hours?

Roughly 6 AM to 2 AM daily, and until about 3:30 AM on Friday and Saturday nights. Check the station cameras before a late trip.

Is the Roosevelt Island Tram wheelchair accessible?

Yes — the cabins and both stations are step-free and wheelchair accessible.

Do I need a reservation or a special ticket?

No. RIOC runs the tram, and it takes the MTA fare: tap OMNY and board.

Where does the tram leave from in Manhattan?

From Tram Plaza at 2nd Avenue and East 59th Street, a block from the Lexington Ave/59th St subway stations.