How to get from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building by subway?

From Chelsea Market to Empire State Building by subway

To get from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building in Manhattan, take the L subway from 14 St / 8 Av station to 14 St-Union Sq station. Next, take the Q subway from 14 St-Union Sq station to 34 St-Herald Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Chelsea Market may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

20min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - L
Subway - Q
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from 14 St / 8 Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    14 St / 8 Av
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - L
    Wait for subway
    L
    Canarsie-Rockaway Pkwy
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    3 min
  • 4
    Subway - Q
    Wait for subway
    Q
    96 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Herald Sq
    3 min
  • 6
    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 Chelsea Market to Empire State Building

The distance between Chelsea Market, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 2.02 mi, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chelsea Market 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 Chelsea Market to Empire State Building

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

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Subway line L, Subway line Q.

  • Is there a direct subway between Chelsea Market and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 20 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The L subway line goes from 14 St / 8 Av station near Chelsea Market to 14 St-Union Sq station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 14 St-Union Sq station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Chelsea Market and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Chelsea Market to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the L subway from the 14 St / 8 Av station near Chelsea Market in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Chelsea Market and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the 14 St-Union Sq station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the first bus from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Harlem - 14th Street. It leaves the 6 Av/W 16 St stop at 12:40 AM.

  • When is the first train from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first train from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Journal Square - 33rd Street via Hoboken. It leaves the 14th Street station at 12:37 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building?

    The ride from Chelsea Market to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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