How do I stay safe late at night on the subway in New York City?

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Mark T

You'll be fine. I've lived in NYC all my life, I am a 26 year old girl, nothing has ever happened to me or any of my friends and we ride the subways at all hours. It's very safe. Lots of cops, lots of people always around at all hours of the night, lots of cameras. You might see a flasher, but that's about it. Just don't stare at anyone, read a book, act like you dont care, arent afraid, etc. Youll be fine/

newyorkgal71

Make sure you know which subway line you need to ride, ask a subway attendant, or get a Subway Map. Never sit in a subway car by yourself, especially at night. Don't be occupied with reading a newspaper, magazine, etc. If possible, sit next to a woman with a baby or child, or, an old person. Keep your eyes on your purse and packages. Don't carry a lot of pacakges with you. Be aware of your surroundings. Get off at the correct subway stop.

CUTIE

keep urself in the house or take a weapon but be prepared to use it any time but u know there are consequencs when u kill a person.

eejonesaux

Hi,, the best way to be safe in New York City,,, Move !!!!

No offense, you could not pay me enough to live there!!!!!

You can call me country or cowboy or what ever,, you can keep NYC as far as i am concerned..
I can walk around my home town, and not be afraid of anything or anyone , anytime of day....

Good luck

millexuan

Common sense but also trust your instincts

Margaux

Don't get caught alone in the subway, make sure you are with the crowd if you can. Stand or sit up straight and try and look very attentive and aware. Don't make yourself look tired or like a victim and you won't be one.

frend

be aware of your surroundings all the time.

Stay awake

shoe s

stay in the middle of the platform if there is a bench or close to the stair case so you run away

HOORAE

Take a cab.

kerby

carry a cell phone

ccfromnj

The subways are safe 24/7
There are video cameras everywere.
If you feel unsafe, ride in the first car on the train, where the driver is.

Pico

Get some pepper spray. You can hold it while keeping your hand in your pocket. Sometimes I hold it up in my sleeve if I'm really nervous about something. Stay near other people. Try not to be the only person in the subway car if possible. Just avoid people that are acting strange like you would anywhere else and don't let them catch you staring at them or they might try to talk to you. Bring a book so that you look busy. Don't get off the train in a bad neighborhood unless you really have no choice.

bgood26

Stay awake, be alert, and always travel with someone you trust.

Uncle Alf

Stay off of the subway is the best way. Good Luck.

Have a great day!

wineboy

Yes, the conductor. Despite what some (uninformed) people on here think, New York is a very safe place.

However, no place, (not even a cowtown in the middle of nowhere) is 100% safe. So, if you're riding the subway late at night it's always best to sit in the conductor's car at the middle of the train. He or she will keep an eye on you.

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