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How to get from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building by subway?

From Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the F subway from 23 St station to 34 St-Herald Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 9 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Long Island City (Station) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

9min$3.00
Subway - F
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from 23 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Long Island City (Station)
  • 2
    Subway - F
    Wait for subway
    F
    Jamaica-179 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Herald Sq
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to Empire State Building
    Walk to
    Empire State Building
    West 34th Street
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building

The distance between Long Island City (Station), Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 9 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Long Island City (Station) 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 Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building

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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 9 minutes, using Subway line F.

  • Is there a direct subway between Long Island City (Station) and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 9 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The F subway line goes from 34 St-Herald Sq station near Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Long Island City (Station) and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Long Island City (Station) to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the F subway from the 34 St-Herald Sq station near Long Island City (Station) in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Long Island City (Station) and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Empire State Building station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the first bus from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Harlem - 14th Street. It leaves the 6th Ave & W 23rd St stop at 12:41 AM.

  • When is the first subway from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Queens Blvd Express/6 Av Local. It leaves the 23 St station at 12:09 AM.

  • When is the last train from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The last train from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the Journal Square - 33rd Street via Hoboken line. It leaves the 23rd Street station at 7:49 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building?

    The ride from Long Island City (Station) to Empire State Building costs $3.00.