Where's My Train FAQs

Question 1

What kind of data does it provide for the NYC subway?

Accepted Answer

It offers real-time train arrivals with crowding information, station search (including fuzzy matching and accessibility), service alerts, disruption analysis, and transfer information, all sourced directly from live MTA GTFS-RT data.

Question 2

Can 'Where's My Train' be used for bus routes or other transit systems?

Accepted Answer

No, 'Where's My Train' is specifically designed for the NYC subway system (all lines) and does not cover buses, LIRR, Metro-North, or other non-subway transit options.

Question 3

How does the AI assist with queries?

Accepted Answer

The AI intelligently handles natural language and location-aware queries, converting location names (e.g., 'SoHo', 'Times Square') into coordinates to find nearby stations or provide contextually relevant subway information.

Question 4

Is 'Where's My Train' suitable for commercial or public use?

Accepted Answer

It is intended for personal use and development only, as it directly accesses MTA data. Commercial or public distribution requires implementing a data caching server and obtaining specific MTA licensing due to data terms.

Question 5

What is 'Where's My Train'?

Accepted Answer

'Where's My Train' is an MCP server providing real-time NYC subway data, including live arrivals, station information, and service alerts, enhanced with AI for natural language and location-aware queries.

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