How to get from 57th Street to Empire State Building by subway?

From 57th Street to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from 57th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the M subway from 57 St station to 34 St-Herald Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 12 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 57th Street may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

12min$3.00
Subway - M
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from 57 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    57th Street
    6th Avenue
  • 2
    Subway - M
    Wait for subway
    M
    Middle Village-Metropolitan Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Herald Sq
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to Empire State Building
    Walk to
    Empire State Building
    West 34th Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 57th Street to Empire State Building

The distance between 57th Street, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 1.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 12 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 57th Street 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 57th Street to Empire State Building

To check the subway schedule from 57th Street to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (57th Street) 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 57th Street to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 12 minutes, using Subway line M.

  • Is there a direct subway between 57th Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from 57th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 12 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 57th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The M subway line goes from 34 St-Herald Sq station near 57th Street to Empire State Building station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 57th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between 57th Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 57th Street to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the M subway from the 34 St-Herald Sq station near 57th Street in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 57th Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

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

  • When is the first bus from 57th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first bus from 57th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Harlem - East Village. It leaves the 5 Av/W 56 St stop at 12:24 AM.

  • When is the last subway from 57th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The last subway from 57th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the Queens Blvd Express/6 Av Local line. It leaves the 57 St station at 7:46 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from 57th Street to Empire State Building?

    The ride from 57th Street to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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