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

The cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Harlem is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Harlem is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $24 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Empire State Building and Harlem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 35 St and arriving at Adam C Powell Blvd/W 123 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Empire State Building and Harlem?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 34 St-Penn Station station and arriving at 125 St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Empire State Building to Harlem?

The distance between Empire State Building and Harlem is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Empire State Building to Harlem without a car is to line 2 subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

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

The line 2 subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 125 St takes 15 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Empire State Building to Harlem bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 35 St station.

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

Empire State Building to Harlem train services, operated by MTA, depart from 34 St-Penn Station.

Where does the Empire State Building to Harlem bus arrive?

Empire State Building to Harlem bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Adam C Powell Blvd/W 123 St station.

Where does the Empire State Building to Harlem train arrive?

Empire State Building to Harlem train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 125 St station.

Can I drive from Empire State Building to Harlem?

Yes, the driving distance between Empire State Building to Harlem is 5 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Empire State Building to Harlem.

Where can I stay near Harlem?

There are 2977+ hotels available in Harlem.

Empire State Building to Harlem - 5 ways to travel via line 2 subway, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Empire State Building to Harlem by 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.

Line 2 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 125 Stsubway 2 / ...
21 min
$3
Drive 5.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Empire State Building to Harlemcar 5.1 mi
12 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 35 St to Adam C Powell Blvd/W 123 Stbus M2
50 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to Harlemtaxi 5.1 mi
12 min
$24–30
Bus via Lenox Av/W 125 St
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 34 St to Lenox Av/W 125 Stbus M7
1h 6m
$2–7

Empire State Building to Harlem by foot and subway

2030Weekly Services

21 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Empire State Building to Harlem.

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 125 St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 35 St to Adam C Powell Blvd/W 123 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 46 min.

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