How to get from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge by subway?

From Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge by subway

To get from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan, take the R subway from 23 St station to 14 St-Union Sq station. Next, take the 4 subway from 14 St-Union Sq station to Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Empire State Building may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Brooklyn Bridge on the Moovit app.

18min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Subway - 4
Walk to Brooklyn Bridge
Leaves from 23 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    23 St
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    2 min
  • 4
    Subway - 4
    Wait for subway
    4
    Crown Hts-Utica Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall
    6 min
  • 6
    Walk to Brooklyn Bridge
    Walk to
    Brooklyn Bridge
    Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY 10038, USA
    280 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge

The distance between Empire State Building, Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan is approximately 2.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge

To check the subway schedule from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Empire State Building) and destination (Brooklyn Bridge), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge?

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Subway line R, Subway line 4.

  • Is there a direct subway between Empire State Building and Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 18 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan?

    The R subway line goes from 23 St station near Empire State Building to 14 St-Union Sq station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 14 St-Union Sq station near Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Empire State Building and Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan by subway is about 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Empire State Building to get to Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan?

    Get on the R subway from the 23 St station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Empire State Building and Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the 14 St-Union Sq station, which is closest to Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan.

  • When is the last bus from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan?

    The last bus from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan is the W 44 St - South Ferry line. It leaves the 5 Av/W 23 St stop at 7:28 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge?

    The ride from Empire State Building to Brooklyn Bridge costs $3.00.

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