What is the cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to New York Public Library?

The cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to New York Public Library is to line 0028 bus which costs $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to New York Public Library?

The fastest way to get from Empire State Building to New York Public Library is to taxi which takes 1 min and costs $7 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Empire State Building and New York Public Library?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from W 32 St/Broadway and arriving at Madison Av/E 42 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

Is there a direct train between Empire State Building and New York Public Library?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 34 St-Herald Sq and arriving at 42 St-Bryant Park. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2 min.

How far is it from Empire State Building to New York Public Library?

The distance between Empire State Building and New York Public Library is 4061 feet.

How long does it take to get from Empire State Building to New York Public Library?

The subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to 42 St-Bryant Park takes 2 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to New York Public Library bus from?

Empire State Building to New York Public Library bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from W 32 St/Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to New York Public Library train from?

Empire State Building to New York Public Library train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, depart from 34 St-Herald Sq station.

Where does the Empire State Building to New York Public Library bus arrive?

Empire State Building to New York Public Library bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av/E 42 St station.

Where can I stay near New York Public Library?

There are 3433+ hotels available in New York Public Library.

Empire State Building to New York Public Library

Q: How do I travel from Empire State Building to New York Public Library without a car?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to New York Public Library without a car is to subway which takes 9 min and costs .

There are 6 ways to get from Empire State Building to New York Public Library by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to 42 St-Bryant ParkB / ...
9 min
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from W 32 St/Broadway to Madison Av/E 42 StQ32
17 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to New York Public Library3,780 ft
1 min
$7–10
Walk
1. Take the foot from Empire State Building to New York Public Library2,310 ft
8 min
Bus via Madison Av/E 34 St
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 34 St to Madison Av/E 40 StM3 / ...
11 min
$2–7
Line 0028 bus
1. Take the bus from MADISON AVE @ 32nd ST to MADISON AVE @ 39th ST0028
13 min
$3

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 4,060 ft
Duration: 9 min

What companies run services between Empire State Building, NY, USA and New York Public Library, NY, USA?

MTA New York City Transit operates a subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to 42 St-Bryant Park every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 2 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from W 32 St/Broadway to Madison Av/E 42 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 9 min.

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