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How to get from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market by subway?

From Empire State Building to Chelsea Market by subway

To get from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market in Manhattan, take the R subway from 23 St station to 14 St-Union Sq station. Next, take the L subway from 14 St-Union Sq station to 14 St / 8 Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 17 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 Chelsea Market on the Moovit app.

17min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Subway - L
Walk to Chelsea Market
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 - L
    Wait for subway
    L
    8 Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St / 8 Av
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to Chelsea Market
    Walk to
    Chelsea Market
    75 9th Ave
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market

The distance between Empire State Building, Manhattan and Chelsea Market, Manhattan is approximately 1.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 17 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market 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 Chelsea Market

To check the subway schedule from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Empire State Building) and destination (Chelsea Market), 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.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market?

    The fastest way takes 17 minutes, using Subway line R, Subway line L.

  • Is there a direct subway between Empire State Building and Chelsea Market in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 17 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market 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 Chelsea Market in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Empire State Building and Chelsea Market in Manhattan by subway is about 17 min.

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

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

  • When is the last train from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market in Manhattan?

    The last train from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market in Manhattan is the Journal Square - 33rd Street via Hoboken line. It leaves the 23rd Street station at 7:37 PM.

  • When is the last bus from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market in Manhattan?

    The last bus from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market in Manhattan is the Chelsea Piers - East Side line. It leaves the E 23 St/Broadway stop at 7:42 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market?

    The ride from Empire State Building to Chelsea Market costs $3.00.