You can leave the hot, steamy city, and put your toes in the cool ocean in under 2 hours. Easy to reach by car, train, jitney minivan, or your own boat, Fire Island is one of New York's closest getaways.

Once you board the ferry, you leave the cars behind, and transportation becomes as simple as a bike, water taxi, a wagon, or a walk. As you cross the Great South Bay, the fresh ocean air will soothe and calm you. It is always a short walk to the ocean and bay beaches in any town.

Check train schedules for all towns by clicking the Train Schedules button above.

Check ferry schedules for all towns by clicking the Ferry Schedules button above.

See driving directions and map by clicking the Driving Directions button above.

Check minivan jitney and local taxis by clicking the Taxi button above.