What is the cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) is to subway which costs $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $19 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Empire State Building and South Ferry (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5 Av/W 27 St and arriving at Broadway/Morris St. Services depart five times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Empire State Building and South Ferry (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 34th Street and arriving at Wall St/Pier 11. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between Empire State Building and South Ferry (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 34 St-Herald Sq and arriving at Whitehall St-South Ferry. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station)?

The distance between Empire State Building and South Ferry (Station) is 4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station)?

The subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to Whitehall St-South Ferry takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) bus from?

Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 5 Av/W 27 St station.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) train from?

Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) train services, operated by MTA, depart from 34 St-Herald Sq station.

Where does the Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) bus arrive?

Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Broadway/Morris St station.

Where does the Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) train arrive?

Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Whitehall St-South Ferry station.

Where can I stay near South Ferry (Station)?

There are 3934+ hotels available in South Ferry (Station).

Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station)

Q: How do I travel from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) without a car is to subway which takes 19 min and costs $3.

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There are 6 ways to get from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to Whitehall St-South Ferrysubway R / ...
19 min
$3
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from East 34th Street to Wall St/Pier 11ferry As / ...
51 min
$2–11
Bus via 5 Av/W 27 St
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 27 St to Broadway/Morris Stbus BxM18
34 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station)taxi 3.8 mi
11 min
$19–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 33 St to State St/Whitehall Stbus M55
38 min
$3–8
Walk
1. Take the foot from Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station)walk 3.7 mi
1h 12m

Empire State Building to South Ferry (Station) by foot and subway

1445Weekly Services

19 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 3.9 mi
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Empire State Building, NY, USA and South Ferry (Station), NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to Whitehall St-South Ferry every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 5 Av/W 27 St to Broadway/Morris St 5 times a day. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 21 min.

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