How to get from Hester Street to Empire State Building by subway?

Hester Street to Empire State Building - Subway Schedule

The D subway from Hester Street to Empire State Building usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-20 min. The trip takes about 22 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Hester Street to Empire State Building by subway

To get from Hester Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan, take the D subway from Grand St station to 34 St-Herald Sq station. Next, take the R subway from 34 St-Herald Sq station to 23 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Hester Street may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

22min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - D
Subway - R
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from Grand St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand St
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - D
    Wait for subway
    D
    Norwood-205 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Herald Sq
    9 min
  • 4
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    23 St
    3 min
  • 6
    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 Hester Street to Empire State Building

The distance between Hester Street, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 3.39 mi, which can typically be travelled in 22 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hester Street 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 Hester Street to Empire State Building

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

    The fastest way takes 22 minutes, using Subway line D, Subway line R.

  • Is there a direct subway between Hester Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 22 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Hester Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The D subway line goes from Grand St station near Hester Street to 34 St-Herald Sq station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 34 St-Herald Sq station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Hester Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 22 min.

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

    Get on the D subway from the Grand St station near Hester Street in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Hester Street and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the 34 St-Herald Sq station, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the last bus from Hester Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The last bus from Hester Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the East Harlem - City Hall line. It leaves the Bowery/Hester St stop at 7:32 PM.

  • When is the first subway from Hester Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Hester Street to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Broadway Local. It leaves the Canal St station at 12:11 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Hester Street to Empire State Building?

    The ride from Hester Street to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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