How to get from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building by bus?

Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building - Bus Schedule

The M3 bus from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building runs from 6:00 AM to 11:45 PM, with departures every 5-35 min. The trip takes about 23 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building by bus

Take one direct bus from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the M3 bus from 5 Av/E 63 St station to 5 Av/W 33 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from Central Park Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

23min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M3M3
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from 5 Av/E 63 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    5 Av/E 63 St
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - M3M3
    Wait for bus
    M3
    East Village 8 St Via 5 Av
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5 Av/W 33 St
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to Empire State Building
    Walk to
    Empire State Building
    West 34th Street
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building

The distance between Central Park Zoo, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 1.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 23 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central Park Zoo 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 Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building

To check the bus schedule from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Central Park Zoo) 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 Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 23 minutes, using Bus line M3.

  • Is there a direct bus between Central Park Zoo and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The M3 bus line goes from 5 Av/E 63 St station near Central Park Zoo to 5 Av/W 33 St station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus?

    The total travel time between Central Park Zoo and Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus is about 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Central Park Zoo to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the M3 bus from the 5 Av/E 63 St stop near Central Park Zoo in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Central Park Zoo and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get off the bus at the 5 Av/W 33 St stop, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the first subway from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Broadway Local. It leaves the 5 Av/59 St station at 12:06 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Harlem - East Village. It leaves the 5 Av/E 63 St stop at 12:22 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building?

    The ride from Central Park Zoo to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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