How to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building by subway?

From Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the W subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 23 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 11 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Times Square–42nd Street Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

11min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - W
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - W
    Wait for subway
    W
    Whitehall St-South Ferry
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    23 St
    5 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 Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building

The distance between Times Square–42nd Street Station, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 1.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 11 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Times Square–42nd Street 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 Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building

To check the subway schedule from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Times Square–42nd Street 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 11 minutes, using Subway line W.

  • Is there a direct subway between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 11 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The W subway line goes from Times Sq-42 St station near Times Square–42nd Street Station to 23 St station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Times Square–42nd Street Station to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the W subway from the Times Sq-42 St station near Times Square–42nd Street Station in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Times Square–42nd Street Station 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 Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Harlem - East Village. It leaves the 5 Av/W 42 St stop at 12:28 AM.

  • When is the first subway from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Broadway Local. It leaves the Times Sq-42 St station at 12:11 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building?

    The ride from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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