What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building is to line 4 subway which costs $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $21 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Empire Building?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5 Av/W 42 St and arriving at Broadway/Rector St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Empire Building?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central-42 St and arriving at Wall St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Empire Building is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building without a car is to line 4 subway which takes 15 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building?

The line 4 subway from Grand Central-42 St to Wall St takes 12 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 5 Av/W 42 St station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building train services, operated by MTA, depart from Grand Central-42 St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Broadway/Rector St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Wall St station.

Where can I stay near Empire Building?

There are 3831+ hotels available in Empire Building.

Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building - 4 ways to travel via line 4 subway

There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building 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.

Line 4 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to Wall St4 / ...
15 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 42 St to Broadway/Rector StM55
45 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building4.2 mi
12 min
$21–26
Walk
1. Take the foot from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building6 mi
58 min

Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building by foot and subway

2057Weekly Services

15 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Grand Central Terminal to Empire Building.

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Distance: 4 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Empire Building, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Grand Central-42 St to Wall St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 5 Av/W 42 St to Broadway/Rector St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 39 min.

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