Interesting that the trains and the MTA are not connected…read more After exploring the New York Botanic Garden in the Bronx I needed to head back to Brooklyn with my hubby and our daughter to meet my nephew for dinner. This was so much faster than a twenty minute walk to another station in the Bronx. Fortunately my daughter has the train app, so she bought three tickets for about $5 a pop and after a short wait, we were on our way. Once we got to Union Square we exited, paid for the MTA and once again, we were on our way. Thinking about fare evasion? Don't do it! The fine for not paying for your ticket could be a whopping $100!!! And if you think that you can just sneak in on the train. Think twice. There was a train conductor that was checking if each passenger had a ticket. IYKYK.

Took the Metro North train to the Botanical Garden for the 1st time and it saved sooo much time…read morethan! Highly recommend over taking the crowded MTA trains and buses or even driving and paying for parking. The train leaves you right across the street the Botanical Garden entrance (Mosholu entrance). Check the train schedule... easy 20 minute ride from Grand Central Station. So convenient that I have learned my lesson and know that I know where the station is and the train schedule, will take the Metro North going to/from Botanical Garden going forward. Station itself wasn't crowded and platform has directions to inform which way trains are headed. Kiosks machines are there to buy your tickets.... The boards inform you when the trains are coming and if delayed... Tip: Get the MTA TrainTime app and purchase tix via mobile... kiosks don't always work and more expensive paying on the train. Just remember to activate ticket before boarding as there is a time limit... Don't stand near the edge of the platform and esp turn away when express trains go by... that whosh of air! Heading back to NY, the Metro North track 4 is where you want to be. Take the overpass bridge to the other side of the tracks.

This station has been here forever but glad it's still here. Trains run on time and the cost is not…read moreexpensive. I would take it again with no hesitation.

As a once faithful commuter of the MTA, the pandemic pushed me solely into the role of a driver…read more And with the seemingly endless cavalcade of crazies patrolling the subways like a hoard of angry soulless haints, I've resolved to avoid or limit my time in the subway system. To this end, the MetroNorth is my saving grace. It's a quick, smooth, creep-free ride and for $5... it's worth it. 24 minutes to Midtown or and hour on the subway. Easy choice. So from now on if I hit the trifecta, I need to go into the city, got a sweet parking spot, and it's after 1 in the afternoon...I'll go the 2 bus stops to MetroNorth and navigate my way from Grand Central. Saves me so much time.

I wish the 161 d train station would tell you when to expect the next train to arrive, however,…read moreit's def a reliable and consistent train. Plenty of seats and always fast. I made it to 42/Bryant Park from 161 in less the 30 mins and had a seat the entire ride each way

I have been riding the D Train for years. It's reliable and get you where you need to be. I used to…read morelove riding the trains but now, so much crime is happening on the subway now. I rather take the bus which will take longer but we have to do what we got to do.

Fastest way to get to the City! Through all the problems and delays, hands down the best way to the…read moreCity, Brooklyn, or anywhere else.

Average Metro North Train Station…read more Been using this location for my Metro North (Harlem Line) use since the late 80's. Not too much has changed other than some cosmetic differences on the platform. The best modification was the digital board they added with the schedule (Grand Central bound side only) - relying on the garbled speakers always sucked. At least the train fare went to something decent.....because it doesn't go to the actual rail service or their schedules. Inside is drab and blah. Sometimes it smells, sometimes it doesn't. I never bothered with the store/eatery inside or any of the overpriced vending machines. They have 2 ticket machines inside, but probably need 2 more since the IQ challenged sometimes tend to take a much longer time to operate the simple machine. There is a booth inside with an agent sometimes, but for anyone in the early morning or evening would be out of luck. There is some slight parking about a block from station, but the area isn't an area I'd want to leave a car at night. At night, sometimes shady characters can be inside or outside the station. During any time here, there are also some strange people.....but that's everywhere. There's one thin stairwell (one stairwell for each side) for exiting passengers and depending on how crowded the train is, it could be a few minutes before you can exit. There is a cab stand across the street and the cab drivers will be on top of most exiting train riders, but I guess it's their job. There's not much room for cars to wait for people they're picking up. There is the 7 bus across the street for the station - but much like the Metro North itself, the bus can be late at times. There are much better stations and much worse stations, but this isn't too bad.

This station is about 30 minutes from grand central. Its much faster during the week when it runs…read moreexpress. The station itself definitely needs updating but it's fully functional. Walking through the station it looks like a drab dungeon. If your new to the area there are usually a few cabs waiting outside the station if needed.

Nice clean train station right next to the park. It feels very safe and there's always police and…read moreMTA presence here. It's right by some buses that also take you to bay plaza. It's a short walk from Pelham bay park too

Every time I take this train, it gets me where I'm going. Thanks MTA for being reliable.read more

Another quick stop at Yonkers which is next to the last stop for Amtrak. Our last stop will be…read moreMoynahan train hall in New York City. A most pleasant ride aboard Amtrak.

The Yonkers Metro-North station. You can see in the inside a lovely brick architectural structure…read morethat has be neglected but the history or it is still there. There a lovely Yonkers sign just outside. Also by Lions gate studios. Who knew lol. If you come out via the dock street side it's really nice.

Decent train station. The Pascack Valley train stops here, and the 175 bus as well. It's somewhat…read moreclean, no offensive smells and whatnot. Sometimes there's leftover newspapers on the seats and ground. The shelter is partially open air so bundle up during the colder months. The surrounding area is bustling, with lots of restaurants and Rite Aid across the street. There's also a decent bar next door. Parking is okay, free overnights and weekends. There is permit parking during the day (not run by NJ Transit) that's $120 every quarter.

The aura is unparalled (no disrespect to the Merillon Avenues of the world) but perhaps naively, I…read morequestion some of the minor tradeoffs that keep this place shinier than Penn Station. Over at Moynihan, defenders of the "inconveniences are good if they're scaring away homeless people" theory note Grand Central's history of seatlessness. Icons like Veselka have set up shop in the food court, which removed its seats some time ago. (When I run for president someone will dig up an old video from Queens Night Market where I'm yelling "Seats are for losers, jerk chicken and dan dan noodles are meant for standing, go to Applebee's Karen!") So, yes, this is a classic New York spot with decent bathrooms, a bustling Hudson News, a glam ceiling and even trains.

Busy heart of NYC location for rails... 4, 5, 6, 7, LIRR, and Metro North train stations. Yes find…read moreyour way through Grand Central Terminal as it's one of the busiest stations and major train hubs. There's always some activity going on especially during the holidays or special events. There are shops, eateries and restaurants and well at Grand Central Terminal while one is waiting for their train if taking a long trip. The boards are up to date and one must have a train ticket to board so make sure you have a pass purchased. If a mobile pass, make sure activated for LIRR or Metro North. For the subways, you need to either have OMNY or credit card to tap and go. Various entrances so easy for one to get lost if you don't know your way. Restrooms are downstairs... if you get lost ask the information desk or staff, they will give you directions.

Parked in the parking garage to catch the train to downtown NY. Purchasing the tickets was easy, as…read morewas catching the train. The seats were quite comfortable, and the train ride was smooth. So very convenient as a mode of transportation. The train conductors were nice as they were going around checking tickets - and this made a big difference. Dealing with folks who are pleasant certainly makes a world of difference. We enjoyed the train ride to and from downtown NY. Note, there were more people on the train as we headed back around 4:00, but still enough seats for everyone to sit. Note, be sure to have your ticket available to be checked once the train moves!

The station in New Rochelle was nice and clean, train came on time and there was heat inside the…read morewaiting station. The Concierge was very nice gentleman and pleasant to customers. We had came from dinner at Alvin's and Friends. It was so nice and cozy standing in the waiting area. Waiting for the train was no bother.