I always preferred the Ferry to the bus when shuttling back and forth between Manhattan and SI.
But then I was staying in SI for only a week and was within walking distance of the Ferry.
Big difference! :)
Actually, what seems like a million years ago, I loved the ferry 5 days a week, both ways.
Either find a hot babe to sit near or sit outside and watch the Statue of Liberty and the skyline.
Great to be young.