New York Transport
New York Transport
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Most of the time, the best option is the ___.
The subway runs ___.
___ trains stop at every station.
___ trains skip some stations.
If you take the wrong train, use a ___ on your phone.
For payment, you can use ___.
Some people still use a ___.
Buses are slower because of ___.
In Manhattan during ___, taxis can be much slower.
Alex says: always give yourself ___.
New York Transport
New York Transport
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Emily says she is going to New York next month and worries about transport.
Alex says New York is busy, but easy to move around if you know a few things.
They talk about the subway: it’s fast, runs 24/7, and is usually cheaper than taxis.
Alex explains local vs express trains (express skips some stations and is quicker).
Alex gives a tip: if you take the wrong train, get off and go back, and use a map app for trains and exits.
They discuss payment: OMNY is contactless (tap phone or card); some people still use a MetroCard.
They talk about buses: slower because of traffic, but good for seeing the city and avoiding subway stairs; same payment works.
They talk about taxis: yellow taxis are safe but expensive, and in rush hour they can be slower than the subway.
They discuss ride-sharing and bikes: prices change a lot; biking is growing but traffic is intense.
Alex gives final advice (subway for long trips, walk for short, avoid packed taxis, add extra time), and Emily feels calmer.
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New York transport — Fill the gaps
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Alex says New York is ___, but easy to move around.
Alex says the subway is usually ___.
At first, the subway lines can be ___.
Express trains skip some stations, so they are ___.
If you take the wrong train, you can just ___ and go back.
With OMNY, you just ___ your phone or bank card at the gate.
Buses are helpful if you don’t want ___ in the subway.
Ride-sharing apps are common, but ___.
Alex says there is ___ in New York.
Alex says New York is full of ___.
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🚇 A2 Dialogue — New York Transport
Focus: subway vs buses vs taxis, local/express, paying with OMNY, and travel tips for visitors.
Hi, Alex. You know New York well, right? I’m going there next month, and I’m worried about transport.
Don’t worry. New York is busy, but it’s easy to move around if you know a few things.
Great. First question: is the subway the best option?
Most of the time, yes. The subway is fast and it runs 24/7. It’s usually cheaper than taxis, and you can reach almost every part of the city.
Is it hard to understand the lines?
At first, it can be confusing. There are many lines, and some trains are local and some are express. Local trains stop at every station. Express trains skip some stations, so they are quicker.
That sounds useful, but also risky. What if I take the wrong train?
It happens. The good news is you can just get off and go back. Also, use a map app on your phone. It tells you which train to take and which exit to use.
What about paying? Do I need a special card?
You can use OMNY, which is contactless. You just tap your phone or bank card at the gate. Some people still use a MetroCard, but OMNY is simpler.
Nice. And buses—are they good?
Buses are good when you want to see the city. They are slower because of traffic, but they’re helpful if you don’t want stairs in the subway. The same payment works for buses, too.
Okay. Now taxis. Are yellow taxis safe?
Yes, they’re safe, but they can be expensive, especially in traffic. In Manhattan during rush hour, a taxi can be much slower than the subway.
What about ride-sharing apps?
They’re common, but prices change a lot. Sometimes it’s cheap, sometimes it’s very expensive, especially late at night or when it’s raining.
Good tip. Do people bike in New York?
Yes, more and more. There are bike lanes in many areas, and there’s a bike-sharing system. But you need to be careful—traffic is intense, and some drivers don’t pay attention.
So what’s your best advice for a visitor?
Use the subway for longer trips, walk for short distances, and take a bus if you want a nicer view. Avoid taxis when the streets are packed. And always give yourself extra time—New York is full of surprises.
That’s exactly what I needed. Thanks, Alex. Now I feel much calmer.
You’re welcome! You’ll be fine. New York is busy, but once you try the subway, it starts to feel normal.