Originally Posted by
dmanthree
Are there any alternates to the ferry ride back to Manhattan?
We met people that one time who drove to Staten Island early, parked near the ferry ( I think there are commuter lots) and took the ferry to the start, then their car was there at the end of the ride. FWIW the earlier you can start and finish to stay ahead of the crowds, the less the wait at rest areas and for the ferry at the end.