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

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

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Franklin Square to Empire State Building. However, there are services departing from Pacific Av / Hempstead and arriving at W 34 St/5 Av via Hillside Av/178 St and 188 St/64 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stewart Manor and arriving at Grand Central Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

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

The distance between Franklin Square and Empire State Building is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Franklin Square to Empire State Building without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs $6 - $13.

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

The train from Stewart Manor to Grand Central Terminal takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Franklin Square to Empire State Building bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Pacific Av / Hempstead station.

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

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

Train or bus from Franklin Square to Empire State Building?

The best way to get from Franklin Square to Empire State Building is to train which takes 55 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $10 and takes 2h 36m.

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

Franklin Square to Empire State Building bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at 179 St / Hillside station.

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

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

Can I drive from Franklin Square to Empire State Building?

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

Where can I stay near Empire State Building?

There are 3239+ hotels available in Empire State Building.

Franklin Square to Empire State Building - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Franklin Square to Empire State Building by train, bus, subway, car, or taxi

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 Stewart Manor to Grand Central TerminalHempstead Branch
55 min
$6–13
Drive 18.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Franklin Square to Empire State Building18.7 mi
27 min
$4–5
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Pacific Av / Hempstead to 179 St / Hillsiden6 / ...
2. Take the subway from Jamaica-179 St to 34 St-Herald SqF / ...
1h 27m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Franklin Square to Empire State Building18.7 mi
27 min
$170–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Av / Hempstead to 179 St / Hillsiden6 / ...
2. Take the bus from 188 St/64 Av to W 34 St/5 AvQm5
2h 36m
$5–10

Franklin Square to Empire State Building by train and foot

136Weekly Services

55 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Stewart Manor to Grand Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pacific Av / Hempstead to Empire State Building via Hillside Av/178 St, 188 St/64 Av, and W 34 St/5 Av in around 2h 36m.

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