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How to Get to Top of the Rock – Transit & Entrances
The easiest ways to reach Top of the Rock: subway lines, bus options, walking routes, and the entrance locations.
1/15/2026
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Midtown is transit-rich and Rockefeller Center sits at the heart of it.
Subway
- B/D/F/M → 47–50 St Rockefeller Center
- N/Q/R/W → 49 St
- 1 → 50 St
Bus
- M5, M7, M50, M57 (check current schedules)
Walking
- From Times Square: ~15 minutes via 6th Ave
- From Grand Central: ~15–20 minutes via 5th Ave
Entrance Tips
- Follow plaza signage to the main hall; staff can confirm the quickest route.
- During events or holidays, allow extra buffer for crowd flow.
Bottom Line
Transit is simple and well-signed — a quick check of entrance signage gets you to the elevators fast.
About the Author
NYC Travel Expert
I put this guide together to make your Top of the Rock visit simple, insightful, and full of local New York tips.
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Bus
Walking
Entrances
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