How to get from 50th Street to Empire State Building by subway?

From 50th Street to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the R subway from 49 St station to 23 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 13 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 50th Street may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

13min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from 49 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    49 St
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    23 St
    6 min
  • 4
    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 50th Street to Empire State Building

The distance between 50th Street, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 1.52 mi, which can typically be travelled in 13 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 50th 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 50th Street to Empire State Building

To check the subway schedule from 50th Street to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (50th 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 50th Street to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 13 minutes, using Subway line R.

  • Is there a direct subway between 50th Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 13 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The R subway line goes from 49 St station near 50th Street to 23 St station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between 50th Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 50th Street to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the R subway from the 49 St station near 50th Street in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 50th Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the 23 St station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the last train from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The last train from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the Journal Square - 33rd Street via Hoboken line. It leaves the 33rd Street station at 7:35 PM.

  • When is the first bus from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first bus from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Harlem - 14th Street. It leaves the 7 Av/W 50 St stop at 12:13 AM.

  • When is the first subway from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from 50th Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Broadway Local. It leaves the 49 St station at 12:10 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from 50th Street to Empire State Building?

    The ride from 50th Street to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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