How to get from Bronx to Empire State Building by subway?

Bronx to Empire State Building - Subway Schedule

The 5 subway from Bronx to Empire State Building usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 2 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Bronx to Empire State Building by subway

To get from Bronx to Empire State Building in Manhattan, take the 5 subway from Gun Hill Rd station to 14 St-Union Sq station. Next, take the R subway from 14 St-Union Sq station to 23 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Bronx may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

62min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 5
Subway - R
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from Gun Hill Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Gun Hill Rd
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
    Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    49 min
  • 4
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Forest Hills-71 Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    23 St
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to Empire State Building
    Walk to
    Empire State Building
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bronx to Empire State Building

The distance between Bronx, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 13.62 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bronx to Empire State Building by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Bronx to Empire State Building

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

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Subway line 5, Subway line R.

  • Is there a direct subway between Bronx and Empire State Building?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 2 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Bronx to Empire State Building?

    The 5 subway line goes from Gun Hill Rd station near Bronx in New York - New Jersey to 14 St-Union Sq station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 14 St-Union Sq station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bronx to Empire State Building by subway?

    The total travel time between Bronx in New York - New Jersey and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Bronx to get to Empire State Building?

    Get on the 5 subway from the Gun Hill Rd station near Bronx in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Bronx and Empire State Building?

    Get off the subway at the 14 St-Union Sq station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the last bus from Bronx to Empire State Building?

    The last bus from Bronx in New York - New Jersey to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the Wakefield - Midtown line. It leaves the White Plains Rd/East Gun Hill Rd stop at 6:12 PM.

  • When is the first train from Bronx to Empire State Building?

    The first train from Bronx in New York - New Jersey to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Harlem. It leaves the Williams Bridge station at 12:13 AM.

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

    The ride from Bronx to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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