How to get from Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building by subway?

Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building - Subway Schedule

The R subway from Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 19 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the R subway from Lexington Av/59 St station to 23 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Roosevelt Island may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

19min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from Lexington Av/59 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Lexington Av/59 St
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    23 St
    13 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 Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building

The distance between Roosevelt Island, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 2.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 19 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Roosevelt Island 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 Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building

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

    The fastest way takes 19 minutes, using Subway line R.

  • Is there a direct subway between Roosevelt Island and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 19 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The R subway line goes from Lexington Av/59 St station near Roosevelt Island to 23 St station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Roosevelt Island and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 19 min.

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

    Get on the R subway from the Lexington Av/59 St station near Roosevelt Island in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Roosevelt Island 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 first subway from Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Broadway Local. It leaves the Lexington Av/59 St station at 12:24 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building?

    The ride from Roosevelt Island to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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