How to get from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building by bus?

From New York Penn Station to Empire State Building by bus

Take one direct bus from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the M34-SBS bus from W 34th St & 7th Ave station to E 34 St/5 Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 11 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from New York Penn Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

11min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M34-SBSM34-SBS
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from W 34th St & 7th Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 34th St & 7th Ave
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - M34-SBSM34-SBS
    Wait for bus
    M34-SBS
    Select Bus East Side Fdr Dr Crosstown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    E 34 St/5 Av
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to Empire State Building
    Walk to
    Empire State Building
    West 34th Street
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building

The distance between New York Penn Station, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 11 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 11 minutes, using Bus line M34-SBS.

  • Is there a direct bus between New York Penn Station and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The M34-SBS bus line goes from W 34th St & 7th Ave station near New York Penn Station to E 34 St/5 Av station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus?

    The total travel time between New York Penn Station and Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus is about 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near New York Penn Station to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the M34-SBS bus from the W 34th St & 7th Ave stop near New York Penn Station in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between New York Penn Station and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get off the bus at the E 34 St/5 Av stop, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the last bus from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The last bus from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the 34th St line. It leaves the W 34th St & 7th Ave stop at 7:55 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building?

    The ride from New York Penn Station to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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