How to get from Journal Square to Empire State Building by bus and train?

From Journal Square to Empire State Building by bus and train

To get from Journal Square to Empire State Building in Manhattan, take the 10 bus from JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave station to Journal Square Transportation Center station. Next, take the YEL train from Journal Square station to 23rd Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Journal Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

43min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1010
Train - YEL
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave
    ID 20813
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1010
    Wait for bus
    10
    Jersey City Journal Square
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Journal Square Transportation Center
    ID 31732
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - YEL
    Wait for train
    YEL
    Journal Square - 33rd Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    23rd Street
    ID 14TH
    21 min
  • 7
    Walk to Empire State Building
    Walk to
    Empire State Building
    400 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Journal Square to Empire State Building

The distance between Journal Square, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 6.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Journal Square to Empire State Building by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Journal Square to Empire State Building

To check the bus and train schedule from Journal Square to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Journal Square) and destination (Empire State Building), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Journal Square to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Bus line 10, Train line YEL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Journal Square and Empire State Building?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Journal Square to Empire State Building?

    The 10 bus line goes from JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave station near Journal Square in Jersey City to Journal Square Transportation Center station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Journal Square Transportation Center station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Journal Square to Empire State Building by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Journal Square in Jersey City and Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus and train is about 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Journal Square to get to Empire State Building?

    Get on the 10 bus from the JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave stop near Journal Square in Jersey City.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Journal Square and Empire State Building?

    Get off the bus at the Journal Square Transportation Center station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the last train from Journal Square to Empire State Building?

    The last train from Journal Square in Jersey City to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the Journal Square - 33rd Street via Hoboken line. It leaves the Journal Square station at 7:20 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Journal Square to Empire State Building?

    The first bus from Journal Square in Jersey City to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Bayonne - Jersey City - New York. It leaves the JFK Blvd at Duncan Ave stop at 1:04 AM.

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