What is the cheapest way to get from Federal Circle to Empire State Building?

The cheapest way to get from Federal Circle to Empire State Building is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Federal Circle to Empire State Building?

The fastest way to get from Federal Circle to Empire State Building is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Circle and Empire State Building?

No, there is no direct bus from Federal Circle to Empire State Building. However, there are services departing from 147 Av/147 St and arriving at W 34 St/5 Av via Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Federal Circle and Empire State Building?

No, there is no direct train from Federal Circle to Empire State Building station. However, there are services departing from Federal Circle and arriving at New York Penn Station via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Federal Circle to Empire State Building?

The distance between Federal Circle and Empire State Building is 15 miles. The road distance is 13.8 miles.

How do I travel from Federal Circle to Empire State Building without a car?

The best way to get from Federal Circle to Empire State Building without a car is to tram and train which takes 38 min and costs $13 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Federal Circle to Empire State Building?

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Federal Circle to Empire State Building, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Federal Circle to Empire State Building bus from?

Federal Circle to Empire State Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 147 Av/147 St station.

Where do I catch the Federal Circle to Empire State Building train from?

Federal Circle to Empire State Building train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, depart from Federal Circle station.

Where does the Federal Circle to Empire State Building bus arrive?

Federal Circle to Empire State Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Rockaway Blvd/94 St station.

Where does the Federal Circle to Empire State Building train arrive?

Federal Circle to Empire State Building train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, arrive at Jamaica Station.

Can I drive from Federal Circle to Empire State Building?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Circle to Empire State Building is 14 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Federal Circle to Empire State Building.

Where can I stay near Empire State Building?

There are 3895+ hotels available in Empire State Building.

Federal Circle to Empire State Building - 5 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Federal Circle to Empire State Building by tram, train, bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Federal Circle to Jamaica Stationtram AirTrain
2. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain Babylon Branch / ...
38 min
$14–19
Drive 13.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Federal Circle to Empire State Buildingcar 13.8 mi
23 min
$3–4
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from 130 Pl/Bergen Rd to Hillside Av/179 Plbus Q3
2. Take the subway from Jamaica-179 St to 34 St-Herald Sqsubway F / ...
1h 51m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Circle to Empire State Buildingtaxi 13.8 mi
23 min
$55–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from 147 Av/147 St to Rockaway Blvd/94 Stbus Q7
2. Take the bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to W 34 St/5 Avbus Qm15
1h 58m
$6–15

Federal Circle to Empire State Building by tram, train, and foot

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38 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.8 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Federal Circle, NY, USA and Empire State Building, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Federal Circle to Empire State Building via 147 Av/147 St, Rockaway Blvd/94 St, Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd, and W 34 St/5 Av in around 1h 58m.

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