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

Queens to Empire State Building - Subway Schedule

The 7X subway from Queens to Empire State Building runs from 6:15 AM to 9:49 AM, with departures every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 50 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Queens to Empire State Building by subway

To get from Queens to Empire State Building in Manhattan, take the 7X subway from Flushing-Main St station to Queensboro Plaza station. Next, take the W subway from Queensboro Plaza station to 23 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Queens may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

50min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 7X
Subway - W
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from Flushing-Main St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Flushing-Main St
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - 7X
    Wait for subway
    7X
    34 St-Hudson Yards
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Queensboro Plaza
    21 min
  • 4
    Subway - W
    Wait for subway
    W
    Whitehall St-South Ferry
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    23 St
    18 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 Queens to Empire State Building

The distance between Queens, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 10.54 mi, which can typically be traveled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Queens 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 Queens to Empire State Building

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

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Subway line 7X, Subway line W.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total traveling time is 50 min.

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

    The 7X subway line goes from Flushing-Main St station near Queens in New York - New Jersey to Queensboro Plaza station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Queensboro Plaza station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Queens in New York - New Jersey and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 50 min.

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

    Get on the 7X subway from the Flushing-Main St station near Queens in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the subway when traveling between Queens and Empire State Building?

    Get off the subway at the Queensboro Plaza station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

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

    The first train from Queens in New York - New Jersey to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Port Washington Branch. It leaves the Flushing - Main Street station at 11:06 PM.

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

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

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