How to get from West New York to Empire State Building by bus and subway?

West New York to Empire State Building - Bus Schedule

The 159 bus from West New York to Empire State Building runs from 5:00 AM to 1:48 PM, with departures every 10-45 min. The trip takes about 38 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From West New York to Empire State Building by bus and subway

To get from West New York to Empire State Building in Manhattan, take the 159 bus from Bergenline Ave at 60th St station to Port Authority Bus Terminal station. Next, take the W subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 23 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The bus and subway schedule from West New York may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

38min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 159159
Subway - W
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from Bergenline Ave at 60th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bergenline Ave at 60th St
    ID 21877
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 159159
    Wait for bus
    159
    X New York 60th Street Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    21 min
  • 4
    Subway - W
    Wait for subway
    W
    Whitehall St-South Ferry
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    23 St
    5 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 West New York to Empire State Building

The distance between West New York, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 5.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 38 min. Moovit will show you the directions from West New York to Empire State Building by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from West New York to Empire State Building

To check the bus and subway schedule from West New York to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (West New York) and destination (Empire State Building), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from West New York to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 38 minutes, using Bus line 159, Subway line W.

  • Is there a direct bus between West New York and Empire State Building?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from West New York to Empire State Building?

    The 159 bus line goes from Bergenline Ave at 60th St station near West New York in New York - New Jersey to Port Authority Bus Terminal. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Port Authority Bus Terminal near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from West New York to Empire State Building by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between West New York in New York - New Jersey and Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus and subway is about 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near West New York to get to Empire State Building?

    Get on the 159 bus from the Bergenline Ave at 60th St stop near West New York in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between West New York and Empire State Building?

    Get off the bus at the Port Authority Bus Terminal, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

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