Welcome to the New York City Subway System!

Explore the dynamics of the New York City subway system: see where it's packed and where delays could be happening. This seasonal guide offers insights into varying subway crowds across different times of the year, aiding in a more efficient navigation of the city by identifying the busiest and less crowded subway lines throughout the seasons.

New York City's subway map

Discover the extend of the New York City subway system on our interactive map! Click on a line to get detailed information and prepare for your journey.

Passenger Statistics

Number of Passengers on each Line for each month in 2019 during rush hours
Number of Passengers on each Line for each month in 2019 during off-peak periods

Subway Passenger Density in New York City

This heatmap is a visual represention of subway station usage in the city in 2019 during rush hours, highlighting areas with higher passenger density. Darker shades and higher intensities represent higher subway usage, while lighter shades and with less intensities indicate lower usage.