There are few cities that are as easy to get around as New York. Aside from ubiquitous yellow cabs that seem to flood the streets, there are buses, subway trains, local trains, ferries, and limousines available to get you from one great attraction or business meeting to another.

When you arrive in the city that never sleeps, the chances are that your first experience of New York transportation will come in the form of a ride in one of the famous yellow taxis. A trip into the centre of Manhattan Island from either Newark or JFK airport will cost approximately $50, with any bridge tolls charged separately. The ride will take around an hour depending on the traffic.

Alternatively, there are express trains into the city from both airports, and although these provide a great deal for one or two people compared to a cab, when there are a lot of people traveling together, the $15 per person soon makes the train more expensive.

When you are getting around the city itself, using the New York transportation service subway is excellent. The network is extensive, and links all the major attractions together. Over the past few years, the subway has become safer than ever, and incidents are rare. Subway services are complemented by the efficient New York bus service, which runs hundreds of routes that cover most of the city.

Getting around the city by water is a great way of seeing some of the most impressive sights from a different angle. Aside from the Staten Island ferry and the Liberty Island ferry, there are also numerous cruise lines that offer trips around Manhattan.

The final way of getting around with New York Transportation is the helicopter. A number of companies including Liberty Helicopters offer services between the city and airports, and are also popular for business travelers who need to get from one meeting to another without the risk of traffic problems delaying them.