# Underway: NYC Subway Transit — Tap the map for train arrivals

> NYC subway real-time train arrivals and service status on an interactive map. (iPhone/iPad app by Sincere Labs NYC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/underway-nyc-subway-transit/id1118548566 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sincere Labs NYC](https://appshunter.io/developer/372325403)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.58/5 from 194 App Store ratings · 69 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 86 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-06-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/underway-nyc-subway-transit/id1118548566/reviews.md

## What is Underway?

The subway app for on-the-go: real-time train arrivals & service status at your fingertips. 

Tap a station directly on an official MTA subway map to see next trains & their real-time arrival info. Underway is optimized for offline experience, helpful during long subway rides underground: map is always available for browsing, as well as the most recent data loaded from the server.

Fastest map to use. Period.
Underway is a home-grown, independent project. We believe that public transportation should be user-friendly. Underway is supported by ad revenue and by in-app purchases. 

FEATURES
- View arrivals for any subway station in real-time, mapped onto the latest published map by MTA
- Tap on any station on the map to instantly see incoming trains 
- Compare train options using real-time data
- Find out service disruptions affecting subway lines
- Closed station indicators 
- Doesn’t require GPS, which dramatically decreases battery life
- Locate nearby stations instantly upon launch, optional with GPS
- Share links to specific trains with friends so they can track your arrival in real-time!


PRESS REVIEWS
Makespace - “Let’s face it: Google Maps can only get you so far. Made specifically with busy New Yorkers in mind, it’s an all-in-one commute compendium."

Brokelyn - ”In addition to the MTA’s online Subway Times, which offers the current arrival times by line & station and is accessible from the internet even beyond the subway’s hallowed platforms, Underway NYC now offers the same information but in app form & plotted to a subway map."

Viewing NYC - “[Underway] removes all the extra features & bloat of the transit apps and simply shows you how many minutes it is until the next train at your station."

WHAT OUR USERS SAY
- “For all its utility and minimalism, Underway also betrays the meticulousness of its creators“
- “I’ve been downloading various MTA apps for years, this is the one that made me say ‘finally!’”
- “No nonsense app. Subway essentials … packed in most logical & simple way.”
- ”Enjoy having the app in the daily toolbox. Use it when calculating how long I can stay at the concluding applause of a Lincoln Center event & still get line 1 to Times Square for shuttle to Grand Central. Does come in handy. Continued success."
- “It's perfect for night owls like me, who must often wait up to 15 minutes for the next train.”
- ”Underway matches my mental model of the subway.”
- ”Your team has built a totally indispensable app and it’s saved me countless minutes.”

PLEASE NOTE
We get our data live from the MTA, so when their feed has inaccuracies, so does ours.

SUBSCRIPTION INFO
Underway is supported by ads. You may remove ads by subscribing to “Underway Ad-Free,” available as an in-app purchase. The current price of “Underway Ad-Free” is 99-cents per month. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase, then charged for renewal 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, at the standard monthly rate of 99-cents.

Auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your settings in the iTunes Store at any time, after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

END STUFF
Underway is officially licensed from the MTA.

maps: © Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Used with permission.
symbols: ® or TM as applicable. Used with permission of Metropolitan Transportation Authority.

Terms of Use: https://www.underway.nyc/terms-of-use
Privacy Policy: https://www.underway.nyc/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Real-time train arrivals
- Interactive subway map
- Service status updates
- Offline map access
- Station location
- Share train links

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Underway Ad-Free (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Underway on a Roll (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Underway Pro (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Underway Friend | $0.99 | per month |


## What do users think of Underway?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and reliable
- 👍 Accurate train times
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Clean design
- 👍 Uses official subway map
- 👍 Good for planning trips
- 👍 Works well offline
- 👍 Real-time data
- 👍 Fast loading
- 👍 Minimal ads
- 👍 Developer responsiveness
- 👍 Useful for tourists and locals

**Cons**

- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 🐌 Long load times
- ❓ Confusing service changes
- ⚠️ Inaccurate timing for some trains
- ❓ Some features behind paywall

**Commonly reported bugs**

- New ad slows loading
- Crashes on favorites
- Map sometimes selects wrong station
- Q train and 7 train timing changes
- Constant update alerts

**Most requested features**

- One-time payment option
- Bus schedules
- Manhattan bus map
- Widgets
- Favorites/shortcuts
- Service change notifications
- Add buses
- Family sharing for Pro

## Recent user reviews (10 of 69)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/underway-nyc-subway-transit/id1118548566/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Love this app dearly, would gladly pay one-time instead of monthly.

*2026-02-03*

Simple and reliable. This app is part of my daily life. I just wish the creator would have an option for a one-time fee as opposed to monthly tiers.

**Developer response:** I removed all the pay walls, and all features are unlocked. Now it's ads, or subscribe to remove ads. I hope this new price structure helps you subscribe

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2026-01-29*

I’ve been using this app for about 6 months now. It really helps to know when a connecting train is arriving. Before using this app, I would try to get a glimpse of the screens on the platform, but most times I couldn’t see it. This app alleviates that. It’s super simple to use and always accurate

### 1/5 — New ad on ad-free version slows departure time loading

*2025-05-27, version 2.50.1*

There is a new ad placement on departure board bubble which delays loading times. I purchased the ad free version but now this ad has been added.

### 3/5 — Bus Schedules Please

*2025-05-05, version 2.49.0*

The map oriented interface is better than the official MTA app. However, the Pro subscription will need to include Buses schedule to justify the fees. I use the bus and subway to get around the entire 5 boroughs and the bus and subway schedules are indispensable.

### 5/5 — Best subway app

*2025-04-28, version 2.49.0*

Actually useful organization of information and train times unlike MTA app, thank you!!

### 4/5 — Good but not so good

*2025-03-08*

Honestly the app has been very helpful with catching my train and knowing where it is at but my only problem is the constant Update alerts i get when i open the app it gets very annoying to a point where it makes me want to use a different app

### 5/5 — A movement

*2025-01-25, version 2.46.8*

You gotta get this underway my friend

### 4/5 — Long load times

*2024-11-21, version 2.46.3*

Map sometimes selects the wrong station. Data takes long to load.

### 1/5 — Why lock some features behind a paywall?

*2024-11-09, version 2.46.0*

Why just why I’m trying to favorite, sort, view the path map and the rail. Honestly I prefer subway times that app actually has features that are not behind a paywall. 🫤

### 3/5 — generally good but…

*2024-10-28, version 2.45.0*

123 trains are routinely there : min before the app says, so you tend to miss it—this has been true for years.

Q train and 7 train often change timing on app just as you get there which is maddening. please fix

## Frequently asked questions about Underway

### What does Underway: NYC Subway Transit do?

This app provides real-time train arrival information and service status for the NYC subway system. Users can tap directly on an official MTA subway map to see upcoming trains and their estimated arrival times. It's designed for on-the-go use and offers an optimized offline experience for underground travel.

### What are the key features of this subway app?

Key features include viewing real-time arrivals for any station mapped onto the latest MTA map, instantly seeing incoming trains by tapping a station, comparing train options with live data, and finding service disruptions. It also indicates closed stations, works without GPS to save battery, and allows sharing train links with friends.

### How is Underway monetized?

The app is supported by ad revenue and in-app purchases. Users can remove ads by subscribing to 'Underway Ad-Free' for a monthly fee of 99 cents, which is charged to their iTunes account.

### What platforms is Underway available on?

Based on the subscription information mentioning 'iTunes account,' the app is available on iOS devices. The description does not mention availability on other platforms like Android.

### How accurate is the train arrival data?

The app gets its data live directly from the MTA. Therefore, any inaccuracies present in the MTA's feed will also be reflected in the app's displayed information.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.4 — 2026-04-10

Update 3.0.4 optimizes sponsor banners to load quicker. If you would like to sponsor a station, email sponsors@underway.nyc or if you don't want to see any ads or sponsors, you can subscribe from the Settings screen.

### 3.0.3 — 2026-03-14

This update fixes the spelling of Malcolm X Plaza, as I had "Malcom X Plaza" before. Whoops!

A reminder, all features are now unlocked. It's only "ads" or "subscribe to remove ads". If you like Underway, kindly consider subscribing!

### 3.0.2 — 2026-03-06

This update simplifies subscriptions by removing all paywalls. All features are available to everyone. All subscription tiers have been set to 99 cents per month. Going forward there are two options: you can see ads, or you can subscribe to remove ads. That's the two options. Thank you for all the support. Please enjoy Underway!

This update also includes the latest subway maps published by the MTA on February 17, 2026.

### 3.0.1 — 2026-01-15

This update includes the latest subway diagram, published by the MTA on January 8th, 2026

### 3.0.0 — 2026-01-11

This version adds support for deeplinks to Offer Codes. Follow on social media to find out more.

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