Riders rejoice at W train’s return
Starting today, you can ride the W like it’s 2010.
The local train, which runs from Astoria’ Ditmars Boulevard to Whitehall Street in Lower Manhattan, began its operations today.
It was discontinued in 2010 as part of the MTA’s budget cuts.
The N will now run express in Manhattan, and the Q won’t run in Queens altogether. It will be rerouted instead to the new Second Avenue subway line, coming shortly.
Riders took to social media to show their happiness with the W’s triumphant return to the MTA family.
Rode the W train this morning and it was a majestical, otherworldly experience where I didn't have to switch trains!
— Julia Naftulin (@jnaftulin) November 7, 2016
I love the new (renewed) W train. Finally, can get to my job on one train from Astoria to City Hall! #lovetheWsubwayline @MTA #theWline pic.twitter.com/VcWBcb8o5k
— Vanessa Crews (@crews_vanessa) November 7, 2016
Good to see you again, W train. #NYC #MTA
— M (@awholelottamix) November 7, 2016
https://twitter.com/shumsophia/status/795688741134274560
Taking the W even reminded some riders about what it was like to ride the train before it was discontinued.
honestly so weird to be riding this W train brings me back to my childhood lol
— Mark Joseph (@mjacenyc) November 7, 2016
W train coming back makes me long for everything else pre 2008 NYC
— topoketta (@FahminaAhmed_) November 7, 2016
Others were confused by the emergence of the W train.
Since When There Was A "W" Train? Where Was I When This Happened????
— Ericka Jasmine ❤ (@Lilmiszsagg) November 7, 2016
Wtf is this new 'W' train on the NQR line?!
— Leah Cuker (@leahcuk) November 7, 2016
Either way, the W is back and it’s here to stay. What are your thoughts about the W’s return?
