5
Lexington Avenue Express
Eastchester–Dyre Avenue to Flatbush Avenue–Brooklyn College
IRT44 stations21.4 miles24 hours (limited late night)
About the 5 Train
The 5 train is an express service primarily using the IRT Lexington Avenue Line. It provides express service between the northeastern Bronx and Brooklyn, with some rush-hour variations.
The Dyre Avenue Line was originally a surface railroad that was incorporated into the subway system in 1941. The line has undergone several service changes over the decades.
Key Stops
- Eastchester–Dyre AveStart
- Baychester Ave
- Gun Hill Road
- East 180th Street
- 149th Street–Grand Concourse
- 125th Street
- 86th Street
- 59th Street
- 42nd Street–Grand Central
- 14th Street–Union Square
- Fulton Street
- Atlantic Ave–Barclays Center
- Flatbush Ave–Brooklyn CollegeEnd
Neighborhoods Served
The 5 train connects you to 11 distinct neighborhoods across New York City.
Service Information
Operating Hours
24 hours (limited late night)
Train Frequency
Every 4-6 minutes (peak), 10-12 minutes (off-peak)
Line Length
21.4 miles
Total Stations
44 stations
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