What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Empire State Building?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Empire State Building is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Empire State Building?

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Empire State Building is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Heights and Empire State Building?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av and arriving at 5 Av/W 33 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Washington Heights and Empire State Building?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Edgewater Ferry Landing and arriving at Midtown / W. 39th St.. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Washington Heights and Empire State Building?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 181 St and arriving at 34 St-Penn Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Empire State Building?

The distance between Washington Heights and Empire State Building is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

How long does it take to get from Washington Heights to Empire State Building?

The line 1 subway from 181 St to 34 St-Penn Station takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Empire State Building bus from?

Washington Heights to Empire State Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av station.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Empire State Building train from?

Washington Heights to Empire State Building train services, operated by MTA, depart from 181 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Empire State Building bus arrive?

Washington Heights to Empire State Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 33 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Empire State Building train arrive?

Washington Heights to Empire State Building train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 34 St-Penn Station.

Can I drive from Washington Heights to Empire State Building?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Heights to Empire State Building is 9 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Washington Heights to Empire State Building.

Where can I stay near Empire State Building?

There are 3805+ hotels available in Empire State Building.

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Q: How do I travel from Washington Heights to Empire State Building without a car?

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Empire State Building without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 35 min and costs $3.

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

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 181 St to 34 St-Penn Stationsubway 1
35 min
$3
Drive 8.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington Heights to Empire State Buildingcar 8.7 mi
14 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av to 5 Av/W 33 Stbus BxM3
43 min
$3–8
Line 21 ferry
1. Take the ferry from Edgewater Ferry Landing to Midtown / W. 39th St.ferry 21
48 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington Heights to Empire State Buildingtaxi 8.7 mi
14 min
$35–45
Bus via W 168 St/Audubon Av
1. Take the bus from W 168 St/Audubon Av to 5 Av/W 36 Stbus M2
57 min
$3–8
Bus via Broadway/W 176 St
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 176 St to 5 Av/W 33 Stbus M5
1h 21m
$3–8

Washington Heights to Empire State Building by subway and foot

1465Weekly Services

35 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 8 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA and Empire State Building, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 181 St to 34 St-Penn Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av to 5 Av/W 33 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 41 min.

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