How to get from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building by bus and subway?

48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building - Bus Schedule

The 50TH ST bus from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building runs from 6:12 AM to 7:02 PM, with departures every 10-40 min. The trip takes about 23 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building by bus and subway

To get from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building in Manhattan, take the 50TH ST bus from W 50th St & 11th Ave station to W 50th St & 7th Ave station. Next, take the R subway from 49 St station to 23 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The bus and subway schedule from 48th Street Theatre may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

23min

50TH ST

Leaves from W 50th St & 11th Ave

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
W 50th St & 11th Ave
290 yd • 4 min
2
50TH ST
Wait for bus
50TH ST
E 50th St & 2nd Ave
3
Ride to bus station
W 50th St & 7th Ave
4 min
4
Walk to subway station
49 St
110 yd • 2 min
5

Wait for subway
R
Bay Ridge-95 St
6
Ride to subway station
23 St
7 min
7
Walk to
Empire State Building
10 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building

The distance between 48th Street Theatre, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 2.23 mi, which can typically be travelled in 23 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building

To check the bus and subway schedule from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (48th Street Theatre) and destination (Empire State Building), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building?
The fastest way takes 23 minutes, using Bus line 50TH ST, Subway line R.
Is there a direct bus between 48th Street Theatre and Empire State Building in Manhattan?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 23 min.
Which bus line goes from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building in Manhattan?
The 50TH ST bus line goes from W 50th St & 11th Ave station near 48th Street Theatre to W 50th St & 7th Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till W 50th St & 7th Ave station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.
How long does it take to travel from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus and subway?
The total travel time between 48th Street Theatre and Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus and subway is about 23 min.
Where do I get on the bus near 48th Street Theatre to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?
Get on the 50TH ST bus from the W 50th St & 11th Ave stop near 48th Street Theatre in Manhattan.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 48th Street Theatre and Empire State Building in Manhattan?
Get off the bus at the W 50th St & 7th Ave station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.
When is the first subway from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building in Manhattan?
The first subway from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Broadway Express. It leaves the 49 St station at 12:16 AM.

Last updated on October 24, 2026

How to get from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building by bus and subway?

48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building - Bus Schedule

From 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building by bus and subway

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Public transit directions from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building

Bus And Subway schedule from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building

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What is the fastest way to get from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building?

Is there a direct bus between 48th Street Theatre and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

Which bus line goes from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

How long does it take to travel from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus and subway?

Where do I get on the bus near 48th Street Theatre to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 48th Street Theatre and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

When is the first subway from 48th Street Theatre to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

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