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How to get fromPier 40 to Empire State Buildingby train, bus, taxi, or foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Pier 40 to Empire State Building by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Christopher Street to 33rd Streettrain train Path
    20 min
    $4

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from 6 Av/West Houston St to 6 Av/W 34 Stbus bus M55
    30 min
    $3–8

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Pier 40 to Empire State Buildingtaxi taxi 2.3 mi
    6 min
    $14–17

  4. Walk

    1. Take the foot from Pier 40 to Empire State Buildingwalk walk 2.3 mi
    44 min

Pier 40 to Empire State Building by foot and train

Calendar1419Weekly Services
Duration20 minAverage Duration
Ticket$4Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 2.2 mi
  • Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Pier 40, NY, USA and Empire State Building, NY, USA?

PATH operates a train from Christopher Street to 33rd Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $4 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/West Houston St to 6 Av/W 34 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 17 min.

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