How to get from Financial District to Empire State Building by subway?

Financial District to Empire State Building - Subway Schedule

The R subway from Financial District 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 Financial District to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from Financial District to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the R subway from Cortlandt 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 Financial District 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 Cortlandt St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Cortlandt St
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Forest Hills-71 Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    23 St
    12 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 Financial District to Empire State Building

The distance between Financial District, 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 Financial District 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 Financial District to Empire State Building

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

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

  • Is there a direct subway between Financial District and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

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

  • Which subway line goes from Financial District to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The R subway line goes from Cortlandt St station near Financial District to 23 St station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

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

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

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

    Get on the R subway from the Cortlandt St station near Financial District in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Financial District 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 bus from Financial District to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Financial District to Empire State Building in Manhattan is East Harlem - City Hall. It leaves the Park Row/Beekman St stop at 12:42 AM.

  • When is the first subway from Financial District to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Financial District to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Broadway Local. It leaves the Cortlandt St station at 12:06 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Financial District to Empire State Building?

    The ride from Financial District to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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