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

The cheapest way to get from Whitestone to Empire State Building is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitestone to Empire State Building is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Whitestone and Empire State Building?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 14 Av/147 St and arriving at W 34 St/5 Av. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Whitestone and Empire State Building?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Ferry Point Park and arriving at East 34th Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Whitestone to Empire State Building?

The distance between Whitestone and Empire State Building is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitestone to Empire State Building without a car is to bus which takes 43 min and costs $3 - $8.

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

The bus from 14 Av/147 St to W 34 St/5 Av takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Whitestone to Empire State Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 14 Av/147 St station.

Where does the Whitestone to Empire State Building bus arrive?

Whitestone to Empire State Building bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at W 34 St/5 Av station.

Can I drive from Whitestone to Empire State Building?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitestone to Empire State Building is 11 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Whitestone to Empire State Building.

Where can I stay near Empire State Building?

There are 3929+ hotels available in Empire State Building.

Whitestone to Empire State Building - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Whitestone to Empire State Building by bus, ferry, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 14 Av/147 St to W 34 St/5 Avbus Qm2
43 min
$3–8
Drive 11.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitestone to Empire State Buildingcar 11.2 mi
21 min
$2–3
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Ferry Point Park to East 34th Streetferry Rs
58 min
$5
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Parsons Blvd/14 Av to Main St/39 Avbus Q44-Sbs / ...
2. Take the train from Flushing Main Street to New York Penn Stationtrain Port Washington Branch
59 min
$8–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitestone to Empire State Buildingtaxi 11.2 mi
21 min
$40–55

Whitestone to Empire State Building by bus and foot

170Weekly Services

43 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 14 Av/147 St to W 34 St/5 Av hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, NYC Ferry operates a ferry from Ferry Point Park to East 34th Street hourly. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 41 min.

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