How To Handle New York Traffic

By Ines Flores


Sitting in a gridlock of cars trying to get to a destination is unbelievably frustrating. New York traffic can be some of the worst and any way to get around it can be most welcome. Finding out when and where to avoid the horrors of a NYC gridlock will save a lot of valuable time and energy.

It's important to be aware of the best times to avoid entering or leaving the city. There are peak hours of traffic that one should take note of. Of course these hours tend to be first thing in the morning and also in the evening when people are headed back home, with slightly lesser amounts of car buildup around the afternoon time.

Most people will agree that being on your way between five and six in the morning is a good thing. Once it reached after six o' clock, the buildup of cars will have already begun. Even though leaving at such an early hour to get into the city will mean there is extra time to kill upon arrival, it's a great chance to have a little quiet time or enjoy a hot tea or coffee before the day really begins.

If you don't want to get caught after work, consider leaving earlier, like around 3:30 in the afternoon. If you aren't as lucky to finish what you have to do so early, then think about waiting until after 7:00pm to make a move. Again, this will give you some time to find something interesting and entertaining to do. Other tolerable times to drive in New York are between 10:00am and 3:00pm, but still anticipate some measure of traffic.

There are a number of apps or online resources that can help. MyFoxNY online features a set of tabs where one can easily check the current status of transportation methods to determine which would be best to use. There are also radio stations that provide regular updates on the road situation, depending on which area one is driving into. Apps like Waze, HopStop or MTA Subway Time are really convenient for those on the go, in a vehicle or otherwise.

Speaking of other forms of transportation, these can often be better to use than enduring the frustration of driving in the city. Walking has always been a preferred method, which is not only convenient but also free. This is a great way to see what's happening around the city without having to spend a dime.

The subway is the absolute best way to get from one place to the next in a timely manner. It also does not cost much. Many may think that the subway is not quite safe, but rest assured that it actually is very safe and also entertaining. With the buskers and host of individual personalities to be seen underground, this is definitely an option to explore.

Finally, a great way to save time and money but not have to use the subway is to travel by bike. Even if someone does not have their own bicycle, the city recently implemented the Citibike system for convenience. Furthermore, with special lanes and routes designated for bikes only, this is a great way to explore and get where you're going fast.




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