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New York City’s public transportation system gets plenty of praise from NYU students. Students say subways are the easiest and cheapest way to get around, since they never have to deal with NYC traffic, as is the case with other means of transportation in the city, such as buses and taxis. The MTA (Metropolitan Transit Authority) strives to make subway use convenient and affordable, and with options such as the 30-day unlimited MetroCard, you can commute daily via the subway as many times as you want for 30 days with this card. It is a little expensive ($104), but in the long run, it is worth it, especially if you work or live off campus and commute to school daily. 

Although the natures of both the MTA and the subway maps may be intimidating, you will most likely find subway officials in the subway stations, and NYC commuters are often willing to assist if you ask for their help. Public transportation in New York City is largely reliable and convenient, so much so that there is little need for a personal car. Biking around the city is also a great alternative, with the increase of bike lanes in the city.

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Transportation at New York University

meegggan

International Studies '15

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Lots of Options

There are NYU buses that will take you to the far ends of campus for free. Otherwise, it's only a couple blocks to everything else. As for traveling around the city, you can take the subway literally everywhere. There are also trains that go farther into the boroughs that leave from Grand Central. If you want to go on an even farther trip there are a *bunch* of bus companies that will take you (megabus is really cheap.)

May 14, 2012

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Transportation at New York University

ripcord932

Economics and Econometrics '14

4.6

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Walk, Subway or Taxis

Nothing much to say, you will be walking (which is great in the city) taking the subway to every part of the five boroughs and if you can afford it be hailing cabs.

May 10, 2012

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Transportation at New York University

evikeaz

Psychology '14

4.6

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Use the Subways

but they do have student transportation which i haven't used

May 10, 2012

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NYU Shuttle Route A

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Parking Most parking garages near NYU offer discounts to students with NYUCards. Parking is not necessary at NYU, since most students go to class by bus, subway, or walking.

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NYC Transit Buses

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NYC Transit Buses The MTA New York City buses are a common mode of transportation in NYC. The fare is $2.25 and is payable using the Metrocard, just like the subway system.

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