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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Empire State Building and Randalls Island?

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 Randalls Island?

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 Randalls Island?

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

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

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

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

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 Randalls Island bus from?

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

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

Empire State Building to Randalls Island train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, depart from 34 St-Penn Station.

Where does the Empire State Building to Randalls Island bus arrive?

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

Where does the Empire State Building to Randalls Island train arrive?

Empire State Building to Randalls Island train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, arrive at 125 St station.

Can I drive from Empire State Building to Randalls Island?

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

Where can I stay near Randalls Island?

There are 3053+ hotels available in Randalls Island.

Empire State Building to Randalls Island - 5 ways to travel via line 2 subway

There are 5 ways to get from Empire State Building to Randalls Island 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 St2 / ...
21 min
Drive 5.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Empire State Building to Harlem5.1 mi
12 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 35 St to Adam C Powell Blvd/W 123 StM2
50 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to Harlem5.1 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 StM7
1h 6m
$2–7

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

MTA New York City Transit operates a subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 125 St every 5 minutes, 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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