Things You'll Need:
- NYC Subway Map (Optional)
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Step 1
(Plan your route.) Before hopping on the NYC Subway, you'll need to plan out your route. You can use an NYC Subway map, or go to http://www.nysubway.com/routeplanner for additional resources.
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Step 2
(Enter the subway.) Once your route is planned, you need to find the nearest subway entrance and use it. They're all over NYC. If you can't find one, just ask someone. Most New Yorkers take the subway regularly.
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Step 3
(Buy ticket / MetroCard.) Once inside the NYC subway, you need to find a MetroCard Machine and buy a ticket. The machines are touch-operated, so simply follow the onscreen instructions to buy your ticket or MetroCard. For a one-way trip, buy a Single Ride ticket. For all others, you're better off buying a MetroCard.
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Step 4
(Find and board train.) Swipe your subway ticket / MetroCard through an open turnstile and walk through it. Follow the signs hanging from the ceiling to find your train. Walk down the stairs, and wait for the next train. Once it arrives, hop on it.
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Step 5
(Make any necessary transfers.) If your ride through the subway requires you to take multiple trains, make sure you catch them. If not, wait until the train arrives at your stop.
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Step 6
(Exit the subway.) When you reach your stop, exit the train and walk towards the exit. Pass through the exit turnstile, and walk out of the subway.
Comments
godfather25 said
on 7/20/2009 I've always wanted to rid the subway in new york. Nice read.