There are 469 stations with 238 miles (38o kilometers) of subway line in New York City. Most of the trains run under the streets. When the subway first started in 19o4, it was only 5 for a ride. Now a ticket costs about $2. The trains run all day and night, and around 6 million people use the subway every day The subway can be dirty and noisy. But it is also the fastest. cheapest way to get around New York. There is only one problem for tourists you cannot see the city!