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MTA Route Swap: Faster Trains or Longer Commutes | New York City News
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- Jul 27, 2026
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- 91
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The MTA’s bold six-month experiment swapping F and M train routes between Manhattan and Queens is paying off—travel times dropped up to 4% and nearly 500 daily train merges vanished. Over a million riders on the E, F, M, and R lines now enjoy smoother rides, especially on Queens Boulevard, Roosevelt Island, and the Upper East Side, with fewer crowded cars and faster boarding. But not everyone’s happy—some commuters report longer trips and tougher access, especially those with mobility issues. Still, the MTA stands by the change, citing improved efficiency and reduced bottlenecks as proof it’s working. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/086ffedf1a458b29