How to get from 72nd Street to Empire State Building by bus?

From 72nd Street to Empire State Building by bus

Take one direct bus from 72nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the M2 bus from 5 Av/E 72 St station to 5 Av/W 33 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 24 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from 72nd Street may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

24min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M2M2
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from 5 Av/E 72 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    5 Av/E 72 St
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - M2M2
    Wait for bus
    M2
    Limited East Village 8 St Via 5 Av
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5 Av/W 33 St
    21 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 72nd Street to Empire State Building

The distance between 72nd Street, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 2.09 mi, which can typically be travelled in 24 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 72nd Street 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 72nd Street to Empire State Building

To check the bus schedule from 72nd Street to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (72nd Street) 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 72nd Street to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 24 minutes, using Bus line M2.

  • Is there a direct bus between 72nd Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from 72nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 24 min.

  • Which bus line goes from 72nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The M2 bus line goes from 5 Av/E 72 St station near 72nd Street to 5 Av/W 33 St station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 72nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus?

    The total travel time between 72nd Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus is about 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 72nd Street to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the M2 bus from the 5 Av/E 72 St stop near 72nd Street in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 72nd Street 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 bus from 72nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first bus from 72nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Harlem - East Village. It leaves the 5 Av/E 72 St stop at 12:20 AM.

  • When is the first subway from 72nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from 72nd Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Lexington Avenue Express. It leaves the 68 St-Hunter College station at 12:12 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from 72nd Street to Empire State Building?

    The ride from 72nd Street to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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