How to get from Empire State Building to Union Square by subway?

From Empire State Building to Union Square by subway

Take one direct subway from Empire State Building to Union Square in Manhattan: take the Q subway from 34 St-Herald Sq station to 14 St-Union Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 11 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 Union Square on the Moovit app.

11min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - Q
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from 34 St-Herald Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    34 St-Herald Sq
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - Q
    Wait for subway
    Q
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    East 14th Street
    80 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Empire State Building to Union Square by subway via R

Take one direct subway from Empire State Building to Union Square in Manhattan: take the R subway from 34 St-Herald Sq station to 14 St-Union Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 12 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 Union Square on the Moovit app.

12min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from 34 St-Herald Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    34 St-Herald Sq
    230 yd • 3 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
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    East 14th Street
    80 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Empire State Building to Union Square

The distance between Empire State Building, Manhattan and Union Square, Manhattan is approximately 1.14 mi, which can typically be travelled in 11 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Empire State Building to Union Square 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 Union Square

To check the subway schedule from Empire State Building to Union Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Empire State Building) and destination (Union Square), 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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Alternative route from Empire State Building to Union Square by subway via R

Take one direct subway from Empire State Building to Union Square in Manhattan: take the R subway from 34 St-Herald Sq station to 14 St-Union Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 12 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 Union Square on the Moovit app.

12min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - R
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from 34 St-Herald Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    34 St-Herald Sq
    230 yd • 3 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
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    East 14th Street
    80 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Union Square?

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

  • What is the alternative route to get from Empire State Building to Union Square?

    The alternative route takes 12 minutes, using Subway line R.

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

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Empire State Building to Union Square in Manhattan in 11 min.

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

    The Q subway line goes from 34 St-Herald Sq station near Empire State Building to Coney Island-Stillwell Av station near Union Square in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Empire State Building and Union Square in Manhattan by subway is about 11 min.

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

    Get on the Q subway from the 34 St-Herald Sq station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

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

    Get off the subway at the Coney Island-Stillwell Av station, which is closest to Union Square in Manhattan.

  • When is the first train from Empire State Building to Union Square in Manhattan?

    The first train from Empire State Building to Union Square in Manhattan is Journal Square - 33rd Street via Hoboken. It leaves the 33rd Street station at 12:08 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Empire State Building to Union Square in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Empire State Building to Union Square in Manhattan is Washington Heights - East Village. It leaves the 5 Av/W 33 St stop at 8:01 PM.

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

    The first subway from Empire State Building to Union Square in Manhattan is Broadway Express. It leaves the 34 St-Herald Sq station at 8:12 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Empire State Building to Union Square?

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

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