What is the cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach is to subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach?

The fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Empire State Building and Rockaway Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 38 St and arriving at Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct ferry between Empire State Building and Rockaway Beach?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 34th Street and arriving at Rockaway. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Empire State Building and Rockaway Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach. However, there are services departing from 34 St-Herald Sq and arriving at Beach 90 St via W 4 St-Wash Sq and Broad Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach?

The distance between Empire State Building and Rockaway Beach is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.4 miles.

How do I travel from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach without a car is to bus via Lorimer St which takes 1h 14m and costs $33.

How long does it take to get from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach bus from?

Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, depart from Wiliamsburg, BK - Union Pool station.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach train from?

Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach train services, operated by MTA, depart from W 4 St-Wash Sq station.

Where does the Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach bus arrive?

Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, arrive at Rippers 86th St Beach - Rockaway Beach station.

Where does the Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach train arrive?

Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Broad Channel station.

Can I drive from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach is 17 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach.

Where can I stay near Rockaway Beach?

There are 1890+ hotels available in Rockaway Beach.

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There are 7 ways to get from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach by bus, subway, ferry, taxi, or car

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Bus via Lorimer St
best
1. Take the bus from Wiliamsburg, BK - Union Pool to Rippers 86th St Beach - Rockaway Beachbus To Rockaway Beach
1h 14m
$33
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq to Broad Channelsubway A
1h 15m
$3
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from East 34th Street to Rockawayferry Rs
1h 38m
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beachtaxi 17.3 mi
34 min
$65–85
Drive 17.3 mi
1. Drive from Empire State Building to Rockaway Beachcar 17.3 mi
34 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 38 St to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 Stbus Qm15 / ...
1h 38m
$3–8
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from W 34 St/5 Av to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 Stbus Qm15 / ...
1h 39m
$3–8

Empire State Building to Rockaway Beach by foot and subway

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Empire State Building, NY, USA and Rockaway Beach, NY, USA?

OVR Ride LLC operates a bus from Wiliamsburg, BK - Union Pool to Rippers 86th St Beach - Rockaway Beach on demand. Tickets cost $30 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq to Broad Channel every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 49 min.

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