How to get from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt by subway?

Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt - Subway Schedule

The R subway from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 15 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt by subway

To get from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt in Manhattan, take the R subway from 23 St station to 14 St-Union Sq station. Next, take the 5 subway from 14 St-Union Sq station to Grand Central-42 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 15 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Empire State Building may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to One Vanderbilt on the Moovit app.

15min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Subway - 5
Walk to One Vanderbilt
Leaves from 23 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    23 St
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    2 min
  • 4
    Subway - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
    Eastchester-Dyre Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    4 min
  • 6
    Walk to One Vanderbilt
    Walk to
    One Vanderbilt
    East 42nd Street
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt

The distance between Empire State Building, Manhattan and One Vanderbilt, Manhattan is approximately 1.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 15 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt

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

    The fastest way takes 15 minutes, using Subway line R, Subway line 5.

  • Is there a direct subway between Empire State Building and One Vanderbilt in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 15 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt in Manhattan?

    The R subway line goes from 23 St station near Empire State Building to 14 St-Union Sq station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 14 St-Union Sq station near One Vanderbilt in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Empire State Building and One Vanderbilt in Manhattan by subway is about 15 min.

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

    Get on the R subway from the 23 St station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

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

    Get off the subway at the 14 St-Union Sq station, which is closest to One Vanderbilt in Manhattan.

  • When is the first subway from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt in Manhattan is Queens Blvd Express/6 Av Local. It leaves the 23 St station at 12:09 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt in Manhattan is Washington Heights - East Village. It leaves the Park Av South/E 23 St stop at 12:18 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt?

    The ride from Empire State Building to One Vanderbilt costs $3.00.

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