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# Ferry Service Extended Through January
- URL: https://bklyner.com/ferry-service-extended-through-january-bensonhurst/
- Published: 2013-08-21T18:20:05.000Z
- Updated: 2013-08-21T18:20:05.000Z
- Author: wsimpson
- Tags: commuters, ferry, ferry service, marty golden, New York City Economic Development Corporation, New York State Senate, #API-Imported

![Photo By Erica Sherman](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/ferry-photo-by-erica-sherman-580x386.jpg)

Photo By Erica Sherman

The new emergency ferry service, put in place as the R-train link to Manhattan is being repaired, has been extended past its Labor Day deadline. The New York Post is [reporting](/transit-advocates-hopeful-people-will-ride-the-ferry/) that the service will run through January, bringing it one step closer to the dreams of local politicians who wish to see it sailing permanently.

[The last time we reported on the new ferry](/transit-advocates-hopeful-people-will-ride-the-ferry/), advocates for the service put out the word that the only thing that would keep the ships floating would be a high level of ridership. According to Councilman Vincent Gentile, this is exactly what happened.

“Just as we expected, this ferry service has been wildly popular. I encourage people to skip the subway crowds and use the ferry which will get you to Wall Street in 15 minutes for just $2! My staff and I have been working very hard to get the word out about this great service,” Gentile said in a release.

State Senator Marty Golden was also thrilled that commuters will have a chance to continue using the ferry through January.

“For years, ferry service has been a top priority for me, and I am happy to report that it looks like the Brooklyn to Manhattan Ferry is now set to run through January. This is not a permanent solution, but a step in the right direction, and will continue to provide an appropriate alternative while the R train remains under construction. I will continue to lobby for a permanent ferry for all of our residents, and I ask all members of the community to help increase ridership by telling their friends, neighbors, and family that the ferry to Manhattan continues!” Golden said in a release.

Okay, great, now connect the rest of Southern Brooklyn, please!