34th Street–Hudson Yards station facts for kids
34th Street Hudson Yards is a modern subway station in New York City. It's part of the New York City Subway system and is located on the West Side of Manhattan. You can find it near the intersection of 34th Street and 11th Avenue. This station is a key part of the IRT Flushing Line, which is one of the city's important subway lines.
The station is served by the 7 train. This train is well-known for connecting Manhattan to Queens, and this station is one of its main stops. After leaving 34th Street Hudson Yards, the next stop for the 7 train is Times Square 42nd Street, a very famous and busy part of the city.
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About the Station's Location
The 34th Street Hudson Yards station is located in a very exciting and new part of Manhattan. It sits right under the Hudson Yards neighborhood, which is a large area that has been redeveloped with new buildings, parks, and shops. The station itself is found on 34th Street, between 10th Avenue and 11th Avenue. Being on the West Side of Manhattan means it's close to the Hudson River.
Why Hudson Yards is Important
The area above the station, known as Hudson Yards, is one of the biggest development projects in New York City's history. It has transformed a former industrial area into a vibrant new district. The subway station was built to help people get to and from this new neighborhood easily. It connects residents, workers, and visitors to the rest of the city.
Traveling on the 7 Train
The 7 train is a vital part of the New York City Subway system. It runs through different parts of Manhattan and then crosses under the East River into Queens. The 34th Street Hudson Yards station serves as a major hub for people traveling to and from the Hudson Yards area. It helps thousands of people commute every day.
Next Stop: Times Square
When you leave 34th Street Hudson Yards on the 7 train, your next stop is Times Square 42nd Street. This is one of the busiest and most famous subway stations in the world. It's a major transfer point where you can switch to many other subway lines. This connection makes 34th Street Hudson Yards an important gateway to the heart of Manhattan.
Images for kids
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Part of the upper mezzanine under construction
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Lower mezzanine level
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Station platform on opening day
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The R211 mockup, a model of a new subway car
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A 7 train at platform level
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Large bank of turnstiles in the upper mezzanine, designed for many future riders
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Funktional Vibrations by Xenobia Bailey, an art installation in the station
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Incline elevators, a unique feature of the station
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The diamond crossover north of the station, used for switching tracks
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An advertisement screen on the lower mezzanine level
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Escalators leading to the station exit
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Stairs to the platform level
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See also
In Spanish: Calle 34–Hudson Yards (línea Flushing) para niños
