6
Lexington Avenue Local
Pelham Bay Park to Brooklyn Bridge–City Hall
IRT38 stations14.7 miles24 hours
About the 6 Train
The 6 train is a local service on the IRT Lexington Avenue Line and the IRT Pelham Line. Known for serving the entire East Side of Manhattan, it's one of the most crowded lines in the system.
The Pelham Line opened in 1919, extending service to the eastern Bronx. The 6 train has remained a crucial local service on the busy Lexington Avenue corridor.
Key Stops
- Pelham Bay ParkStart
- Westchester Square–East Tremont
- Parkchester
- Hunts Point
- 125th Street
- 96th Street
- 77th Street
- 68th Street–Hunter College
- 51st Street
- 42nd Street–Grand Central
- 33rd Street
- 23rd Street
- 14th Street–Union Square
- Bleecker Street
- Brooklyn Bridge–City HallEnd
Neighborhoods Served
The 6 train connects you to 14 distinct neighborhoods across New York City.
Service Information
Operating Hours
24 hours
Train Frequency
Every 3-5 minutes (peak), 8-10 minutes (off-peak)
Line Length
14.7 miles
Total Stations
38 stations
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