1 Train – Broadway–Seventh Avenue Local (NYC Subway)
Lines of the NYC Subway — All Routes, Colors, and Connections Explained
The New York City Subway features 36 train services grouped by color-coded lines. From the A Train to the 7 Train, this guide helps you understand how each line operates, where it goes, and how to navigate the system efficiently.
🎨 Color-Coded Trunk Lines
| Color | Lines | Trunk |
|---|---|---|
| 🔵 Blue | A, C, E | Eighth Avenue |
| 🔴 Red | 1, 2, 3 | Seventh Avenue |
| 🟢 Green | 4, 5, 6 | Lexington Avenue |
| 🟠 Orange | B, D, F, M | Sixth Avenue |
| 🟡 Yellow | N, Q, R, W | Broadway |
| 🟤 Brown | J, Z | Nassau Street |
| 🟣 Purple | 7 | Flushing Line |
| 🟩 Light Green | G | Crosstown |
| ⚪ Gray | L | Canarsie |
| ⚫ Black | S | Shuttles |
🧭 Local vs. Express
Some trains skip stations during peak hours. Always check station signs and onboard displays.
📜 Historical Background
Subway lines were originally built by private companies: IRT, BMT, IND. Today, they are unified under MTA.
Ready to explore each subway route in detail? Use the links above or return to the NYC Subway Map.