F
Sixth Avenue Local/Express
Jamaica–179th Street to Coney Island–Stillwell Avenue
IND45 stations27.1 miles24 hours
About the F Train
The F train is one of the longest routes in the system, connecting northeastern Queens through Manhattan to Coney Island. It serves diverse neighborhoods and provides crucial crosstown service in Brooklyn.
The F service began in 1936 with the opening of the IND Queens Boulevard Line. The Brooklyn connection via the Culver Line dates to 1954.
Key Stops
- Jamaica–179 StStart
- Kew Gardens–Union Turnpike
- Forest Hills–71st Ave
- Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Ave
- Queens Plaza
- 47th–50th Streets–Rockefeller Center
- 34th Street–Herald Square
- 14th Street
- West 4th Street
- 2nd Avenue
- Delancey Street
- Jay Street–MetroTech
- Bergen Street
- 7th Avenue
- Church Avenue
- Avenue X
- Coney Island–Stillwell AveEnd
Neighborhoods Served
The F train connects you to 20 distinct neighborhoods across New York City.
Service Information
Operating Hours
24 hours
Train Frequency
Every 4-6 minutes (peak), 10-12 minutes (off-peak)
Line Length
27.1 miles
Total Stations
45 stations
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