How to get from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building by subway?

From 5 Times Square to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the R subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 34 St-Herald Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 8 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 5 Times Square may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

8min$3.00
Subway - R
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    5 Times Square
    7th Avenue
  • 2
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 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 5 Times Square to Empire State Building

The distance between 5 Times Square, Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 8 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 5 Times Square 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 5 Times Square to Empire State Building

To check the subway schedule from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (5 Times Square) 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 5 Times Square to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 8 minutes, using Subway line R.

  • Is there a direct subway between 5 Times Square and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 8 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The R subway line goes from 34 St-Herald Sq station near 5 Times Square to Empire State Building station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between 5 Times Square and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 5 Times Square to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the R subway from the 34 St-Herald Sq station near 5 Times Square in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 5 Times Square 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 last bus from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The last bus from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the W 44 St - South Ferry line. It leaves the W 44 St/6 Av stop at 7:50 PM.

  • When is the first subway from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from 5 Times Square 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 5 Times Square to Empire State Building?

    The ride from 5 Times Square to Empire State Building costs $3.00.

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