Subway

The New York City subway system is one of the most efficient people transports in the entire world. The hot and dingy subway system of the 1970's has been completely renovated into a safe, convenient and comfortable mode of transportation between nearly all areas of New York City. Over 5.1 million ride the subway system everyday. In a year over 1 billion people go through the turnstiles! While minor theft and homelessness still abound, the subway is a much better place than was predicted back in the financially troubled days of the city.

Fares
Fare: Metrocard required. Cost: $2.25 one-way.

Metrocards can be bought on a pay-per-ride basis ($2.25 per ride) or an unlimited ride basis. Purchase a $20.25 pay-per-ride card, and you get 10 rides for the price of 9 and you can add more money to your card if need be. With unlimited ride Metrocards, you can get a seven-day card for $27 and a 30-day card for $89.

Children under 44" tall ride for free; senior citizens and disabled people ride for a reduced fare.

Metropolitan Transportation Authority
The MTA has a great webpage with tons of info and subway maps. For Passenger Information, call 718-330-1234 or 718-330-4847 (Non-English speaking).

Other Numbers:
Long Island Railroad: 718-217-5477
Metro-North Railroad: 800-Metroinfo