How to get from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building by bus?

From United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building by bus

To get from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building in Manhattan, take the M42 bus from E 42 St/1 Av station to W 42 St/5 Av station. Next, take the M3 bus from 5 Av/W 42 St station to 5 Av/W 23 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from United Nations Headquarters may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

23min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M42M42
Bus - M3M3
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from E 42 St/1 Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    E 42 St/1 Av
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - M42M42
    Wait for bus
    M42
    West Side Pier 12 Av Crosstown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 42 St/5 Av
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    5 Av/W 42 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M3M3
    Wait for bus
    M3
    East Village 8 St Via 5 Av
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5 Av/W 23 St
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Empire State Building
    Walk to
    Empire State Building
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building

The distance between United Nations Headquarters, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 1.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 23 min. Moovit will show you the directions from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 23 minutes, using Bus line M42, Bus line M3.

  • Is there a direct bus between United Nations Headquarters and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The M42 bus line goes from E 42 St/1 Av station near United Nations Headquarters to W 42 St/5 Av station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till W 42 St/5 Av station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus?

    The total travel time between United Nations Headquarters and Empire State Building in Manhattan by bus is about 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near United Nations Headquarters to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the M42 bus from the E 42 St/1 Av stop near United Nations Headquarters in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between United Nations Headquarters and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get off the bus at the W 42 St/5 Av stop, which is closest to Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the first subway from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Lexington Avenue Express. It leaves the Grand Central-42 St station at 12:17 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building?

    The ride from United Nations Headquarters to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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