How to get from New York City Hall to Empire State Building by subway?

From New York City Hall to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the R subway from City Hall station to 34 St-Herald Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York City Hall may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

21min$3.00

Leaves from City Hall

Step by Step

1
Walk to subway station
City Hall
160 yd • 2 min
2

Wait for subway
R
Forest Hills-71 Av
3
Ride to subway station
34 St-Herald Sq
13 min
4
Walk to
Empire State Building
West 34th Street
230 yd • 3 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from New York City Hall to Empire State Building

The distance between New York City Hall, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 2.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 21 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New York City Hall 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 New York City Hall to Empire State Building

To check the subway schedule from New York City Hall to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (New York City Hall) 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 New York City Hall to Empire State Building?
The fastest way takes 21 minutes, using Subway line R.
Is there a direct subway between New York City Hall and Empire State Building in Manhattan?
Yes, there is a direct subway going from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 21 min.
Which subway line goes from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan?
The R subway line goes from City Hall station near New York City Hall to 34 St-Herald Sq station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.
How long does it take to travel from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?
The total travel time between New York City Hall and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 21 min.
Where do I get on the subway near New York City Hall to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?
Get on the R subway from the City Hall station near New York City Hall in Manhattan.
Where do I get off the subway when travelling between New York City Hall and Empire State Building in Manhattan?
Get off the subway at the 34 St-Herald Sq station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.
When is the last bus from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan?
The last bus from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the W 44 St - South Ferry line. It leaves the Church St/Warren St stop at 7:28 PM.
When is the first subway from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan?
The first subway from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Lexington Avenue Local. It leaves the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station at 12:12 AM.
When is the last ferry from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan?
The last ferry from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the South Brooklyn line. It leaves the Wall St/Pier 11 station at 5:50 PM.
How much is the subway fare from New York City Hall to Empire State Building?
The ride from New York City Hall to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

Last updated on October 10, 2026

How to get from New York City Hall to Empire State Building by subway?

From New York City Hall to Empire State Building by subway

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Public transit directions from New York City Hall to Empire State Building

Subway schedule from New York City Hall to Empire State Building

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Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from New York City Hall to Empire State Building?

Is there a direct subway between New York City Hall and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

Which subway line goes from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

How long does it take to travel from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?

Where do I get on the subway near New York City Hall to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

Where do I get off the subway when travelling between New York City Hall and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

When is the last bus from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

When is the first subway from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

When is the last ferry from New York City Hall to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

How much is the subway fare from New York City Hall to Empire State Building?

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