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511NY

511NY

by New York State Department of Transportation

8 ratings
16 reviews
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Free

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Released
February 6, 2015
Updated
October 27, 2026

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New York State Department of Transportation
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Access real-time traffic and transit information for New York State. Features a Drive Mode with audible alerts for incidents along your route, a transit trip planner, and camera feeds. Includes weather alerts and winter road condition maps.

✓Real-time traffic information
✓Transit trip planner
✓Drive Mode with audible alerts
✓Over 1,000 camera images
✓Weather alerts and forecasts
✓Winter road condition maps
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What's New in 511NY

3.1.9

October 27, 2026

- Fixed an issue with banner messages appearing over app controls. - Updates to the Message Sign details pages. - Misc bug fixes and improvements. - New 511NY branded icon for the iPhone home screen.

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User reviews

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Poor layout

The menu on the left cover 2/3 of the map. Can’t find a way to minimize it to make the map useful. Selecting from multiple cameras doesn’t work either. I get a timeout error after about 15 seconds.
SScottmksmk

Poor update

Alerts from saved routes all messed up. Wife has an account where you log in with phone number and password.
Can’t log into edit. No support
MRMr Mopar Rt

Response from developer

Thanks for reaching out. We understand how frustrating it is to have trouble accessing your account and managing your saved route alerts. The steps below will help you set up your text alerts on the new 511NY website. To continue receiving text alerts, please follow these steps: 1. Go to 511ny.org and create a new account. Make sure that you register your phone number during sign up. 2. Perform a search for your route or area 3. Click save favorite 4. Schedule alerts. Here is a help article for reference - https://511ny.org/help/22 Here is a video walking through steps 2-4 above: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oJmRQt5g571ST7OPZWDOwT7WukjGc_ul/view?usp=sharing If you need any assistance, please feel free to reach out to us at feedback@castlerockits.com. We're happy to help!

App doesn’t follow me down the road anymore

New app but how come I don’t see where my “blue dot” is as my hubby drives us down the road anymore like the old app? Is it a setting of something I need to change or set up in the new app? Disappointed that did not work like before.
SFShe Who Fishes

Response from developer

Hi, thank you for reaching out, The good news, your blue dot is still there. Just tap the ‘Tell Me’ button on the upper right side of the map screen, right below the Legend and Layers buttons, to turn on driving mode. It will follow your location as you drive and announce upcoming events along the way.

Glorified webpage :(

Extremely laggy
UHUno Huang

Response from developer

Hi there, thank you for letting us know, and we’re sorry the app has been running slowly for you. We want to get this fixed! Would you be able to reach out to us at feedback@castlerockits.com and share where you’re noticing the lag (for example, on a specific screen or feature) along with your device model? That will help our team track down the issue quickly. We appreciate your patience!

VikGry

Very bad don’t try! You just will spend your time
VVikGry
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FAQ

What is 511NY?

511NY is New York State's official source for real-time traffic and travel information. It provides updates on traffic conditions, transit, weather, and road conditions across the state.

Does 511NY have ads?

No, 511NY does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

What devices support 511NY?

511NY is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to be compatible with Apple's iOS ecosystem.

How often is 511NY updated?

The app was last updated on March 15, 2024, with version 2.2. This indicates regular updates to ensure functionality and provide the latest information.

What is Drive Mode in 511NY?

Drive Mode allows users to enter their destination and origin to receive up to three route options with estimated travel times based on current traffic. It also provides audible alerts for incidents along the chosen route.

What is the age rating for 511NY?

511NY has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This rating suggests content is generally appropriate for young children.

Where can I find 511NY's user reviews?

511NY has a rating of 3.2 stars based on 26 ratings. User sentiment may vary, but the rating provides an indication of overall user satisfaction.

Does 511NY offer offline access?

The provided information does not specify offline access capabilities for 511NY. Real-time information typically requires an active internet connection.