Hudson River Greenway
The greenway along the Hudson River is one of the most popular places to ride. It offers beautiful water views and a dedicated bike path that is closed to car traffic.
Start Here
This two-lane bike path runs along the West Side of Manhattan, parallel to the Hudson River.
Head to one of the many Citi Bike stations along 11th or 12th Avenue and use your bike key or pre-purchased ride pass to begin. If you need to get a pass, use the Citi Bike app or kiosk at the station and follow the on-screen prompts to complete your purchase. From here you can either ride south toward Battery Park or north toward Riverside Park.
Suggested starting stations:
- 12 Ave & W 40 St
- W 20 St & 11 Ave
- W 14 St & The High Line
- West St & Chambers St
- Murray St & West St
- Vesey Pl & River Terrace
- South End Ave & Liberty St
Check the Citi Bike map for other nearby stations.
Remember, the first 30 minutes of each ride on a classic bike are included in the price of a single ride and day pass. If you're an annual member, the first 45 minutes of each ride on a classic bike are included. For more information about Citi Bike pricing and pass options, please head here.
Ride Here
For a first-timer biking the Hudson River Greenway, we recommend one of our favorite rides to make the most out of your experience:
Pick up a Citi Bike at the 12th Ave & W 40 St station
Ride south, along the west side of Manhattan, with the water on your right
Dock your bike at the West St & Chambers St station
The total distance is about 3.2 miles, and takes most people 25-30 minutes on a classic Citi Bike.
See the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway Map for more information.
Try this ride
Pick up a single ride or day pass through the mobile app and be on a bike within minutes!
No smartphone?
You can also purchase a pass at any Citi Bike station kiosk.
Nearby Stations
- 12 Ave & W 40 St
- W 20 St & 11 Ave
- W 14 St & The High Line
- West St & Chambers St
- Murray St & West St
- Vesey Pl & River Terrace
- South End Ave & Liberty St