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How to get from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building by subway?

From 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building by subway

Take one direct subway from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building in Manhattan: take the B subway from 72 St station to 34 St-Herald Sq station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Empire State Building on the Moovit app.

19min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - B
Walk to Empire State Building
Leaves from 72 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    72 St
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - B
    Wait for subway
    B
    Brighton Beach
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Herald Sq
    9 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 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building

The distance between 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway), Manhattan and Empire State Building, Manhattan is approximately 2.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 19 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) 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 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building

To check the subway schedule from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway)) 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.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building?

    The fastest way takes 19 minutes, using Subway line B.

  • Is there a direct subway between 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) and Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building in Manhattan in 19 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The B subway line goes from 72 St station near 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to 34 St-Herald Sq station near Empire State Building in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) and Empire State Building in Manhattan by subway is about 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to get to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    Get on the B subway from the 72 St station near 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) 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 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The last bus from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building in Manhattan is the George Washington Bridge - 31 St & 6 Av line. It leaves the W 72 St/Broadway stop at 7:34 PM.

  • When is the first subway from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building in Manhattan?

    The first subway from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building in Manhattan is Broadway - 7 Avenue Local. It leaves the 72 St station at 12:17 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building?

    The ride from 72nd Street Station (Second Avenue Subway) to Empire State Building costs $3.00.