New York City Subway: Hours, Address, New York City Subway Reviews: 4/5
New York City Subway
New York City Subway
4
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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The area
Address
Neighborhood: Downtown Brooklyn
How to get there
- Borough Hall • 3 min walk
- Jay St – MetroTech • 3 min walk
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Restaurants
7,248 within 3 miles
Sottocasa Pizzeria
344
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Neapolitan
Shake Shack Downtown Brooklyn
947
0.1 mi$ • Quick Bites • American • Fast Food
Dekalb Market Hall
124
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
French Louie
142
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • French • European • Vegetarian Friendly
Two 8 Two Bar and Burger
98
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub
Mia's Bakery
93
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Bakeries • Cafe • Vegan Options
Yemen Cafe and Restaurant
103
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Middle Eastern • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Junior's Restaurant
2,655
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Dessert • American • Vegetarian Friendly
Brooklyn Fare
136
0.2 mi$$$$ • International
Mile End delicatessen
141
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Deli
Attractions
1,395 within 6 miles
Brooklyn Tabernacle
762
372 ftReligious Sites
New York Transit Museum
968
288 ftSpeciality Museums
Evil Twin Brewing
2
0.2 miBreweries
Brooklyn Borough Hall
60
0.2 miGovernment Buildings
Brooklyn Municipal Building
10
0.2 miGovernment Buildings
Columbus Park
9
0.2 miParks • Monuments & Statues
Fulton Street Mall
36
0.2 miScenic Walking Areas
Atlantic Avenue Tunnel
7
0.2 miHistoric Sites
Brooklyn Heights
717
0.4 miNeighborhoods
Clover's Fine Art Gallery
1
0.2 miArt Galleries
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4.0
1,719 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
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277
Poor
102
Terrible
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Andrew E
White Bear Lake, MN718 contributions
Friends
This is one of the great subway systems in the world - right up there with London, Moscow and Beijing, each of which I have ridden. An amazing means of travel throughout the city, with frequent departures on an extensive array of lines. To make this work the lines are built one atop another - at times three deep. Over several days in New York I always felt safe (keeping in mind that I was back in my hotel by 10:00pm). For any visitor using the system for at least three days the weeklong unlimited pass at $33 is a great value.
But I have a serious complaint about the lack of accessibility for people with limited mobility. There are few escalators and virtually no elevators. How is it that this great city is willfully failing to include those with disabilities in this system? This a shame.
But I have a serious complaint about the lack of accessibility for people with limited mobility. There are few escalators and virtually no elevators. How is it that this great city is willfully failing to include those with disabilities in this system? This a shame.
Written May 18, 2022
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91JC
London, UK88 contributions
Unlike our subway, the New York one runs 24 hours a day which is really handy. The trains are quite frequent and each journey costs $2.75. This means that if you only go 1 stop or 15 stops, as long as you don't get off in between, it will only cost you $2.75! You can use contactless now but we normally buy a MetroCard that costs $1 and then we top it up in multiples of $2.75. Then you can use the same card for the whole of your stay. You can pay on machines and they take cash or card. They always say that you should stick to the busy carriages and not get on an empty one if possible. We always use the subway and have never had any problems and have always felt safe. You can often find a ticket inspector if you need help but the reception staff in our hotel always help us out if we need advice on the best route to take.
Written March 7, 2020
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FDinger
Florida1,206 contributions
Family
I recently visited NYC with my teen children with plans to visit sites across the city. There’s just no better way to get around than the subway. Sure, some stations are not so clean, and there can be some “interesting” characters on the trains, and there are times you may have relatively long waits, but you can’t beat the price and the overall convenience. It’s always a part of our NYC visits. If you’re a first-time visitor, don’t be scared. Do a little research, use common sense, and go for it.
Written August 14, 2021
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ptcchillin
Barcelona, Spain5 contributions
While the NYC train system is pretty efficient at getting you from point A to point B around the city. I will never use it again. If you're from an area of the country where masks are not mandated and/or considered unnecessary, beware of the NY MTA. I got pulled aside by MTA security officers who were staked out just inside the turnstiles "after" people pay their entrance fee. The officer insisted on writing me a ticket because I did not have a facemask on. I don't wear a facemask because I've had COVID and recovered and have immunity, so I neither get it or give it anymore. Anyway, I offered to put on a facemask just to satisfy the officer, and he insisted that that didn't matter and he would write the ticket anyway. Considering that ridership is down over 70% on the NY MTA, targeting tourists who come to your city to spend money for tickets to make up your financial shortfalls is not a good way to increase your ridership. I will make it a point to take alternate transportation in the future when I go to NYC in the future.
Written January 22, 2022
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Kay R
Essex, UK180 contributions
Family
My daughter and I bought an unlimited pass for 7 days (we only needed 5 days but can only purchase 7), for $33 each, plus $1 each for the actual card.
Having used the London Underground all my life, I couldn’t help make comparisons. The subway is not nearly in the same league as the London tube. All stations we used were so so dirty. Water leaking everywhere, walls discoloured, rats on the rails etc etc etc but worst of all was the terrible stench of urine absolutely everywhere.
Also, there was beggars everywhere. Pretty much every single journey we took had an ‘entertainer’ jump on the carriage and start to sing loudly whilst shaking a cup around. As well as the homeless begging in the stations too.
A great way to get around the city, and obviously much cheaper than taxis, but be prepared to hold your nose!
Having used the London Underground all my life, I couldn’t help make comparisons. The subway is not nearly in the same league as the London tube. All stations we used were so so dirty. Water leaking everywhere, walls discoloured, rats on the rails etc etc etc but worst of all was the terrible stench of urine absolutely everywhere.
Also, there was beggars everywhere. Pretty much every single journey we took had an ‘entertainer’ jump on the carriage and start to sing loudly whilst shaking a cup around. As well as the homeless begging in the stations too.
A great way to get around the city, and obviously much cheaper than taxis, but be prepared to hold your nose!
Written February 22, 2020
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Sachin0408
Varanasi, India936 contributions
NYC Subway is no doubt well connected but for a first timer it can come across as a puzzle. As soon as I landed at Penn Station it took me quiet some time to board the correct train to Brooklyn. Not to forget the process to buy the tickets were confusing too.
London's one week Oyseter Card is by far the bext example for touists which is valid for 7 days and acceptable even on buses and trams. So was my experience in Brussels and Vienna. But then in NYC Sub it was confusing. I first loaded my card with USD 11.00 and to my surprise it was over in 2 train rides and 2 bus rides. The next time I was down I got it recharged for USD 33.00 which helped me spend the remaining 4 days and use the Sub.
One best thing was 'the staff' at every station who were very helpful, supportive and patiently answered all my questions whenever I was in doubt. My heartfelt gratitude and thanks to all the uniformed officers at NYC Subway who helped me time and again- Kudos to your dedication and service to the nation and the public- Lots of Love.
London's one week Oyseter Card is by far the bext example for touists which is valid for 7 days and acceptable even on buses and trams. So was my experience in Brussels and Vienna. But then in NYC Sub it was confusing. I first loaded my card with USD 11.00 and to my surprise it was over in 2 train rides and 2 bus rides. The next time I was down I got it recharged for USD 33.00 which helped me spend the remaining 4 days and use the Sub.
One best thing was 'the staff' at every station who were very helpful, supportive and patiently answered all my questions whenever I was in doubt. My heartfelt gratitude and thanks to all the uniformed officers at NYC Subway who helped me time and again- Kudos to your dedication and service to the nation and the public- Lots of Love.
Written February 29, 2020
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Molly Macfarlane
London, UK260 contributions
We rode the subway while on our New York City trip.
It is an efficient way to get around, and we felt safe - though more so on the trains itself rather than at the stations. The lines are easy to understand and trains are frequent.
Our only issue came with buying tickets at the stations - as international visitors, we could not pay with card as it required a U.S. zip code. One time, a ticket didn't work either, so be wary of that.
It is an efficient way to get around, and we felt safe - though more so on the trains itself rather than at the stations. The lines are easy to understand and trains are frequent.
Our only issue came with buying tickets at the stations - as international visitors, we could not pay with card as it required a U.S. zip code. One time, a ticket didn't work either, so be wary of that.
Written January 4, 2022
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Ian P
5 contributions
Couples
Subway is fairly priced - cheap compared to London tube. That’s where the compliments stop. Stations are filthy, outdated. Signage is terrible - good luck trying to find your way without google maps or another third party app. Trains arrived randomly; on the rare occasion when a screen was available to list next train arrivals, they were incredibly inaccurate. In fact, we sat for almost an hour waiting for a train while the screens showed them arriving every 10 minutes, except they never did.
The NYC subway is pathetic. Since you clearly can’t do it yourselves, hire some consultants to fix it.
The NYC subway is pathetic. Since you clearly can’t do it yourselves, hire some consultants to fix it.
Written December 3, 2021
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Paul S
Marion1,565 contributions
I suppose there is no good way to move millions of people around every day, but the New York subway has a lot of room for improvement. The newer coaches have electronic sign boards with stations listed, but on the older ones you had better be able to understand the conductor's accent. If you are somewhat claustrophobic or have an autistic or other special needs child, don't even think about as you go hurling through the tube underground with a few hundred new friends. On the weekend I rode the A line from JFL to and through Manhattan and back, an entire section of track was closed which meant riding a shuttle bus to the next operating stop (Euclid to Rockway) which was an absolute zoo. If I go again, I will uber or taxi instead of going down to the long narrow lonely dank and dirty stations and cars.
Written February 13, 2020
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Clay M
Oklahoma City, OK11 contributions
Subway was generally always on time and very easy to get around. Sub stations are not cleaned nor sanitized. Be aware that the MTA does not go directly to LaGuardia, You have to board a separate bus to get to sub station, and it makes you pay extra to get into JFK once you arrive at JFK via their air train. I didn't research that well and both were a shock.
Written July 8, 2022
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JUMPY55
Shrewsbury, UK68 contributions
There are 8 of us going to N Y in December ( 6 OAPs ) for4 days, we shall be using the air train then the subway to get to our hotel on 42 st, what are the best tickets to buy, we shall not be using the subway much. just the one trip down to battery park then back then returning to JFK, Thanks
john m
Scotland, UK1,701 contributions
Buy Pay Per Ride tickets which cost $1 plus $2.75 a ride and you can use a connecting train or bus for free as long as you don't go outside a turnstile. I would advise buying 1 each to save hassle of passing the Metrocard back at the turnstile coz sometimes you've got to swipe it twice and there's a small display that lets you know the balance on the card. Cards an be topped up at most stations using a debit or credit card, but it wouldn't accept my money card run by MasterCard,
Regarding asking for directions in the subway system, remember that most travellers are also tourists and in the same boat.
mel p
9 contributions
Bonjour,
nous souhaitons prendre l'air train et le métro pour rejoindre Manhattan à l'arrivée à l'aéroport mais avesc nos valises les plus grosses j'ai un doute sur la possiblité de les passer facilement aux portiques?(elles sont dans les normes tailles réglementaires pour la compagnie aérienne et n'avons pas peur de les porter dans les escaliers)
Alex de la Peña
Guadalajara, Mexico174 contributions
Hola, si se pueden pasar maletas grandes pero no en horas pico de los trenes además puedes pasar por las puertas eléctricas de emergencias lo puedes revisar en la página Web saludos
Rodrigo Ferreira
Montevideo, Uruguay110 contributions
Tiene acceso para bicicletas?
Alex de la Peña
Guadalajara, Mexico174 contributions
Claro que, solo debes verificar que sea el último vagón e ingresar por las puertas de acceso y no por lo torniquetes, saludos
Iriani
23 contributions
Ola Carlos,
Só estive em NY uma vez, agora em novembro vamos ter umas 6 horas livres entre a chegada de nosso cruzeiro e o voo de retorno.
somos 4 adultos maiores de 65 anos.
vou deixar a bagagem no aeroporto e vamos dar um -passeio, queremos pegar o metro, mas estou me atrapalhando em saber como funciona os tickets, vc poderia me ajudar?
Greg K
Brooklyn, NY103 contributions
Metrocard is magnetic ticket
jamasalo
3 contributions
Hola. Vamos a Manhattan desde JFK. En Airtrain hasta Jamaica Station, y luego metro. Mi pregunta es: tengo que comprar una Metrocard y cargarla con 10$ para los dos, y luego en el metro comprar dos Metrocard y cargarlas con Unlimited Ride Metrocard?
Jorlares
Puerto Rico75 contributions
Saludos, en mi caso, compré la Metrocard para mi esposa y para mi, que creo costó $7.00 USD para el Airtrain. Sin embargo, compramos otras dos para el metro Unlimited, ya que decidimos explorar todo lo que pudiésemos sin tener que pensar en recargar, como por ejemplo, tarde en la noche o en horas pico. Si vas a estar una semana, cómprala Unlimited.
aubie1969
Waynesboro, TN6 contributions
Does each person have to have a pass? I am going to be in New York with two teens as well and wasn't sure.
Greg K
Brooklyn, NY103 contributions
I guess, if your teens are higher then 44 inches, there must be a metrocard for each of you. Magnetic ticket. You can choose to put some to e rather then value on metrocard. 5 day pass is a good choice
hola!
cuánto cuesta la metro card para adulto por 4 días?. voy a estar en julio. Muchas gracias!
Jorlares
Puerto Rico75 contributions
Saludos, yo pagué aproximadamente $33.00 dólares por 7 días ilimitados. Esto lo hice para evitar recargar en las estaciones. La usé mucho, por lo que me resultó muy práctica esta opción. Sin embargo, puedes comprar una metrocard para uso diario, y la recargas cuando la uses en cada estación.
Neilchilton
52 contributions
Coming to NY next month but flying into Newark airport . Can I buy my 7 day metro pass to get from the airport to soho or can I only get my metro card once I’m in Manhattan
Robin_K
Accrington, UK2,294 contributions
The subway diesn’t Go out to Newark Airport. There is a train to Penn Station or a bus to Port Authority (at 42nd St and 8th Avenue). When you get into Manhattan, buy our subway card. If you will be travelling more than 10 subway journeys in total, the 7 day card is the cheapest option.. You have to pay be card. If yiu’re Not a US resident it will still ask for your zip code. Just press the enter key at that stage and it will skip that field.
It works splendidly. Have fun
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- New York City Subway is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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- (0.22 mi) New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge
- (0.24 mi) Brooklyn Suites
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- Restaurants near New York City Subway:
- (0.02 mi) KarVer Brasserie & Bakery Cafe
- (0.02 mi) Shuk Mediterranean Cuisine
- (0.02 mi) B Lunch Bar
- (0.10 mi) Shake Shack Downtown Brooklyn
- (0.14 mi) Sottocasa Pizzeria