Get Subway Maps Online Before Traveling

Traveling to a big city can be stressful especially if you plan to use their public transportation system. Fortunately most subway maps are now available online giving you the option to plan ahead before you arrive in a big city. Some cities like Tokyo have extremely complex subway systems as well as multiple train operators. By researching ahead online you can get a good outline of the subway system and get familiarized before you go. This will save you time, money and stress.

This link to Transport For London's Underground shows you the kind of information you can get by visiting their website. Below is an example of a subway map for London's Tube that is available online.

Subway maps are also available at newsstands, tourist information booths and hotels. They are also available for free at most subway stations. The maps are usually pocket sized and easy to use. There are also large maps on the walls and in subway cars themselves showing you all the connecting stations and stops along the way. Usually tracks are assigned different colors that represent the different lines or destination points. Most trains indicate the last subway stop on the front of them to let you know which trains they are since trains sometimes share the same track.

For any traveler to an unfamiliar city, getting a subway map online before arriving will definitely make for a less stressful trip. If you are traveling on vacation with your family, planning ahead with a subway map can be an educational process for your children too.

Our thanks to Richard Taylor for this article on the Usefulness of Subway Maps.