How to get from 52nd Street to Empire State Building by subway?

From 52nd Street to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from 52nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the F subway from Lexington Av/53 St station to 34 St-Herald Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 52nd Street may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

18min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - F
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from Lexington Av/53 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Lexington Av/53 St
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - F
    Wait for subway
    F
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Herald Sq
    7 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 52nd Street to Empire State Building

The distance between 52nd Street, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 1.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 52nd 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 52nd Street to Empire State Building

To check the subway schedule from 52nd Street to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (52nd 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 52nd Street to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Subway line F.

  • Is there a direct subway between 52nd Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from 52nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 18 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 52nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The F subway line goes from Lexington Av/53 St station near 52nd Street to 34 St-Herald Sq station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 52nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between 52nd Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 52nd Street to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the F subway from the Lexington Av/53 St station near 52nd Street in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 52nd Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the 34 St-Herald Sq station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the last bus from 52nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The last bus from 52nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the Harlem - East Village line. It leaves the Lexington Av/E 53 St stop at 7:43 PM.

  • When is the first subway from 52nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from 52nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Lexington Avenue Express. It leaves the 51 St station at 12:15 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from 52nd Street to Empire State Building?

    The ride from 52nd Street to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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