What is the cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Franklin Square?

The cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Franklin Square is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Franklin Square?

The fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Franklin Square is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $170 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Empire State Building and Franklin Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Empire State Building to Franklin Square. However, there are services departing from 6 Av/W 37 St and arriving at Franklin Av / Hempstead via 188 St/64 Av and 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Empire State Building and Franklin Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Stewart Manor. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Empire State Building to Franklin Square?

The distance between Empire State Building and Franklin Square is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

How do I travel from Empire State Building to Franklin Square without a car?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to Franklin Square without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Empire State Building to Franklin Square?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Stewart Manor takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Franklin Square bus from?

Empire State Building to Franklin Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 37 St station.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Franklin Square train from?

Empire State Building to Franklin Square train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Empire State Building to Franklin Square?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to Franklin Square is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Empire State Building to Franklin Square bus arrive?

Empire State Building to Franklin Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 188 St/64 Av station.

Where does the Empire State Building to Franklin Square train arrive?

Empire State Building to Franklin Square train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Stewart Manor station.

Can I drive from Empire State Building to Franklin Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Empire State Building to Franklin Square is 19 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Empire State Building to Franklin Square.

Where can I stay near Franklin Square?

There are 354+ hotels available in Franklin Square.

Empire State Building to Franklin Square - 6 ways to travel via train

There are 6 ways to get from Empire State Building to Franklin Square by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Stewart ManorHempstead Branch
54 min
$6–13
Drive 18.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Empire State Building to Franklin Square18.5 mi
27 min
$4–5
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to Jamaica-179 StF / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Franklin Av / Hempsteadn6 / ...
1h 36m
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 37 St to 188 St/64 AvQm5 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Franklin Av / Hempsteadn6 / ...
2h 16m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to Franklin Square18.5 mi
27 min
$170–210
Train, bus
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to LynbrookLong Beach Branch / ...
2. Take the bus from Lynbrook RR to Sobo Av / Franklinn25 / ...
1h 32m
$10–16

Empire State Building to Franklin Square by foot and train

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54 minAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Empire State Building, NY, USA and Franklin Square, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Stewart Manor hourly. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Empire State Building to Franklin Av / Hempstead via 6 Av/W 37 St, 188 St/64 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 2h 16m.

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