Subway Etiquette

Offer your seat to an elderly, disabled, or pregnant person Even better, add a smile.

Keep your stuff to yourself Be a space saver. The less space your things take up, the more room for everyone.

Step aside to let others off before boarding the train If everybody at every door does it, the train can move out faster.

Take your trash with you Dispose of trash properly. You’ll help keep subways clean, and prevent track fires which delay trains.

Keep the sound down Keep the music and games to yourself please. Keep your conversations down. Keep your personal devices personal.

Take your pack off your back It’s a simple way to add standing room. But keep it in front of you where you can see it.

Please don’t clip and primp We all want to look our best, but it’s a subway, not a restroom.

Don’t be a pole hog Leave room for others to hold on. Share the pole.

It’s a subway, not a dining car It may be take-out, but please, don’t eat here.

Keep the doors clear so others can board Blocking doors blocks traffic and slows service for everyone.

Dude, stop the spread, please It’s a space issue.

Poles are for safety, not your latest routine Hold the pole, not our attention. A subway car is no place for showtime.