What is the cheapest way to get from Union Square to Rockefeller Center?

The cheapest way to get from Union Square to Rockefeller Center is to subway via 34 St-Herald Sq which costs $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Union Square to Rockefeller Center?

The fastest way to get from Union Square to Rockefeller Center is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs $13 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Union Square and Rockefeller Center?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Park Av South/E 18 St and arriving at Madison Av/E 50 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Union Square and Rockefeller Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 14 St-Union Sq and arriving at 49th Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Union Square to Rockefeller Center?

The distance between Union Square and Rockefeller Center is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Union Square to Rockefeller Center without a car?

The best way to get from Union Square to Rockefeller Center without a car is to subway via 34 St-Herald Sq which takes 11 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Union Square to Rockefeller Center?

It takes approximately 11 min to get from Union Square to Rockefeller Center, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Union Square to Rockefeller Center bus from?

Union Square to Rockefeller Center bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Park Av South/E 18 St station.

Where do I catch the Union Square to Rockefeller Center train from?

Union Square to Rockefeller Center train services, operated by MTA, depart from 14 St-Union Sq station.

Where does the Union Square to Rockefeller Center bus arrive?

Union Square to Rockefeller Center bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av/E 50 St station.

Where does the Union Square to Rockefeller Center train arrive?

Union Square to Rockefeller Center train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 34 St-Herald Sq station.

Where can I stay near Rockefeller Center?

There are 3740+ hotels available in Rockefeller Center.

Union Square to Rockefeller Center - 6 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Union Square to Rockefeller Center 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 via 34 St-Herald Sq
best
1. Take the subway from 14 St-Union Sq to 34 St-Herald SqQ / ...
2. Take the subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller CtrD / ...
11 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Av South/E 18 St to Madison Av/E 50 StM1 / ...
26 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Union Square to Rockefeller Center2.2 mi
5 min
$13–16
Walk
1. Take the foot from Union Square to Rockefeller Center1.8 mi
34 min
Subway
1. Take the subway from 14 St-Union Sq to 49th StreetN / ...
15 min
$3
Bus via Madison Av/E 46 St
1. Take the bus from Park Av South/E 18 St to Madison Av/E 46 StM1 / ...
27 min
$2–7

Union Square to Rockefeller Center by subway and foot

3270Weekly Services

11 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Union Square to Rockefeller Center.

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Distance: 2 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Union Square, NY, USA and Rockefeller Center, NY, USA?

You can take a subway from 14 St-Union Sq to Rockefeller Center via 34 St-Herald Sq and 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr in around 11 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Park Av South/E 18 St to Madison Av/E 50 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 23 min.

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