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Trip Overview

The average train between Long Island and Empire State Building takes 10 min and the fastest train takes 9 min. The train runs at least 6 times per hour from Long Island to Empire State Building. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10 min
Duration
3 mi
Distance
$3
Average price
Every 10 minutes
Frequency

Long Island to Empire State Building train times

Trains run every 10 minutes between Long Island and Empire State Building. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Long Island is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Empire State Building at 12:06 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 10 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 10 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 10 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 10 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 10 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 9 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 9 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Long Island to Empire State Building? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Long Island to Empire State Building.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 2.8 mi
  • Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA and Empire State Building, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Roosevelt Island to 34 St-Herald Sq every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 10 min.

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