Connection can be a beautiful thing... going from one place to another seamlessly.. well that's an…read moreentirely different thing. I was on Franklin Avenue needing to go to the other side of Brooklyn ... Utica Avenue. I mapped it out via iPhone directions. I first had to enter the Franklin Avenue station find the "S" as in shuttle to catch the C train to Utica. First, finding the "S" was a maze at Franklin Avenue platform; I climbed a myriad of flights of stairs, up, down and sideways to catch the Shuttle. I boarded the S train and two stops-Park Place-then Franklyn Avenue. Then climb more stairs to catch C train to Utica. All I can say is, this procedure allowed me to really walk steps to close my rings on my Apple Watch faster than usual. The shuttle us s good idea and yes, you do see elevated perspectives like Botanical Garden. Now, let the MTA work on the ten flights of stairs I climb from the 4th Avenue station to catch the G.

The Franklin Avenue Shuttle is a MTA shuttle service operating in Brooklyn. I used to frequent this…read morestation in high school as it takes you from Bed-Stuy to Crown Heights to Prospect Park. Wow the improvements from what I can remember includes an elevator and stain glass windows. The platform used to be wood frame that would shake, you could feel the vibration as the train pulled into the station, now it is sturdy and concrete. There are now two trains cars which run between Franklin Ave and Prospect Park. The north bound Franklin Ave station has one escalator going up and you will have to take the ascending steps down stairs or take an elevator to the street level or to the lower level where you can connect to the "C" train. The south bound stop, Prospect Park connects you to the "Q", "B" or "D" train in either direction. When I was growing up the first station stop on the Franklin Shuttle after leaving Franklin Avenue was Dean Street, which remained open until 1996, but due to lack of ridership that station was torn down. On November 1, 1918, a five-car wooden elevated train derailed and crashed into one of the new tunnel walls, killing at least 93 people. This accident, called the "Malbone Street Wreck" was the worst MTA accident ever. Four stars because it is a clean station there's always an attendant visible however, the escalator does not operate consistently, it's like throwing dice...maybe it will work....maybe not.

This train goes from the Bronx to Manhattan and Brooklyn. I normally take it from the Bronx to…read moreManhattan because it goes to the east side and it runs express. I'm able to make it to my destination much quicker than other routes because of this. The only issue is there's always construction on the weekends especially during the summer months and holidays

This is an express train that runs from Brooklyn, through Manhattan east side, up to the Bronx…read moreEastchester Dyre avenue. I'm thankful that's it's an express train as it skips local stops (unless construction is happening or a re-route due to construction, etc). Express is always a plus!

I decided to reserve my #8,200 Yelp milestone review for this unexpected ferry ride because in…read morehindsight, it was one of the best hacks that New York City offers both tourists and locals. Jamie W and I were finishing up our cocktails at High Tide (review: https://yelp.to/47E8cyxeMd) when it dawned on us that we could take the ferry rather than the subway back to Manhattan. A smart decision indeed. It only cost us $4.50 per person to take us to the pier at East 34th Street. Just a year earlier, we boarded the Circle Line by paying the $70 Premium pass for exclusive access to the top deck for a carefully timed two-hour cruise. We enjoyed it, but considering the significant cost difference, this one was quite a deal. Not only was it a simple commute, but it was a genuine tourist attraction no one really talks about. Going straight to the upper deck, we were able to take in the stunning skylines of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Same as the Circle Line cruise, we traveled underneath the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg Bridges. At a relaxing pace, the ferry made three brief, interim Brooklyn stops: North and South Williamsburg and Greenpoint, and they offered alternative views we would've not seen otherwise. RELATED - Exploring NYC? Here's a collection of non-culinary places l've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/Uzg4Azk4_G

NYC Ferry.DUMBO Landing is at Brooklyn Bridge Park. I rode the ferry on a Sunday between Brooklyn…read moreBridge Park and Long Island City. It was a hot day and the East River was sparkly! Just kidding! I'll be back!

The absolute best mode of transportation from Da Bronix to the Flatiron District. Even when they…read morehad those old school buses running the Bronx-Manhattan routes back in the day it was awesome. The BxM9 has been and always will be the way to travel quickly in between Manhattan and The Bronx. This bus service offers efficient and personable bus drivers, (I think it's cool to be able to say, 'Good Morning' to a bus driver and actually receive a pleasant response back to start the day off right...it's the little things sometimes). There are comfortable reclining seats, individual overhead lights, individual a/c, and to add to the comfort once you hit the highway the bus driver turns off the interior bus lights so you can get a nice nap during your ride or if you prefer you can use your overhead light if needed. Using the express bus almost daily made me never ever want to ride the train again...I got seriously spoiled. There's a timetable that is adhered to and can be found online and downloaded to your phone. The schedule is pretty much on point even during rush-hour due to the fact that there are designated bus lanes between 30 something street and 59th street on Madison Ave going North and 125th-110th thru 23rd street on 5th Ave going South (Drop Off only). The commute in either direction can be anywhere from 20 mins - 1.5hr, depending on the day plus time of day, driver, traffic or road construction, and/or any other NYC variable that can be thrown at you. As a daily rider you eventually get the hang of timing your commute accordingly. The fare is about $6.00 each way, but if your company offers Flexible Spending Benefits this can help subsidize the cost of using this mode of transport. In addition, if you need to transfer to the train or local bus those connections are free. The BxM9 Express Bus is well worth it for its comfort and convenience.

Comfortable, roomy seats that recline slightly. Good a/c. Rides high with large windows for a good…read moreall around view. Fast transportation through the city if taken between 2-7pm, though it will take longer if you hit rush hour traffic on the RFK. There is a Starbucks right across the intersection for you to cool your heels waiting for the next bus.

The N is the Broadway Express and from Astoria Blvd this is the fastest way into the City. It's…read morethe direct line so it's fast. I don't travel within Queens, just know this is the best way to NYC from LaGuardia. Look out the window and you can see some nice city views. Best way to get to the East Side or you can go all the way to 42nd St and catch any train or take it all the way to Brooklyn. This review is for anyone flying into LaGuardia, terminal A and looking for an alternative to a taxi. Take the M60 bus to Astoria, and transfer for free, to the N train for a direct trip to the east side or Midtown.

Quality/Quantity - Took public transportation as often as possible…read more We prefer trains versus buses. And used ride share when convenient or when traveling with my daughter. Ambiance - Bus train stations. Not as user friendly as it can or should be. Thank goodness for Google Maps. Too bad underground we lose reception. Open 24 hours. Service - Self service. Price - Inexpensive. Peak and off peak prices. Zone pricing. Tap in and out. And you can just use your credit card, thank you. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success MTA.

Very good option to go to Jersey city and Newark from midtown . Path is cheaper than NJ transit …read more It's about 2.50$ for one way .. very comfortable . It just gets crazily crowded in the mornings (peak hours) . But there is train every 5-7 minutes . Have to change trains to go from 23rd to Newark . Maps are available in all trains and stations. Llimited path ticket machines .. few of them don't work though. Very narrow steps to exit in 23rd . Good overall ..

Running on the wrong side. Delayed for unknown reasons. Countdown clock is wrong. And terrible…read moremusic is on repeat.

This station is one of 3 or 4 that were totally renovated on the R-line several years ago,…read morere-opening around 2017. I've visited them all and they are all really nice. Each has improved seating, with "stand up boards" that let you simply lean without fully sitting. The bench seats have arms to help us old heads pry our bodies out of a sitting position. There is also improved recessed lighting that is not quite as harsh as the old fluorescent bulbs. The displays are also bright and back lit now, with some handy USB chargers if you need one in a pinch. Finally, each of the refurbished stations has some interesting and quite pretty art installation. It just looks so much better! In fact, when I stepped off the train the other day, I almost felt like I was in another cities metro system. It just looks clean and slick. That's a pretty big score for the MTA. Commuters and tourists should use it and enjoy it....you could do a lot worse.

One of the smaller stations on the "R" line in Brooklyn. Wait times for the "R" can be a pain since…read moreit is a local train and it's one of the worst subway lines in the system when it comes to reliability. The "M" train use to run with the "R" back in 1987, but as time went on the "M" no longer ran with the "R" in Brooklyn due to MTA's budget cuts in 2010. On the weekends and late nights the "D" & "N" provide extra service (unless stated otherwise) to help the "R" since it acts as a Shuttle train that terminates at 36th St & Bay Ridge-95th St while it skips 53rd & 45th Sts towards 36 St but stops at these two stations only if it's going towards Bay Ridge.

I've taken this train from here to go to Newark a few times with my family. It's a comfortable…read moreride. The train station is very modern and nice. They keep it very clean. It's also very affordable. If you don't have a car and need to take the path train to NJ, it's easy to maneuver.

Been awhile since I have taken the PATH...convenient to take to to NJ to the Newport mall or…read moreJournal Square or Hoboken depending on the destination. Train times are posted and they come frequently... make sure one is hopping on the correct train destination. Morning and evening commutes are usually more packed especially worse when there are delays. PATH Smartlink cards are being retired end of August and moving to TAPP (Total Access PATH Payment). Transfer balance to the new card or use credit card to tap and go.