Top 10 largest subways in the world

1. Mexico City

Opening: 1969

Number of stations: 195

In this subway you can see literally everything: bike parking lots, maps of other subways around the world or a starry sky.

All station names are duplicated with signs (animals, people or ornaments). This is done especially for those who can't read.

There are also special carriages for women and children to prevent any harassment during rush hour.

2. Delhi

Opening: 2002

Number of stations: 310

The Delhi Metro is one of the most modern in our selection and in the world at large. However, despite its young age, it has already managed to become one of the largest subways in the world.

A modern and comfortable transport system connecting the main districts of the Indian capital and neighboring cities is the new pride of the country.

Trains run regularly and announcements are given out in English and Hindi, which is convenient for tourists. The stations are located near the main attractions - the Red Fort, Qutb Minar, Akshardgam Temple and Connaught Place shopping center. With its speed, cleanliness and low fare, the Delhi Metro is considered a convenient way to travel in this city and an example of India's successful modernization.

3. London

Opening: 1863

Number of stations: 270

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The oldest subway, with 60% of its trains running above ground.

The word "subway" comes from the Metropolitan Railway Company, which was in charge of construction.

And the famous phrase "Mind the gap" comes from the subway. It is a kind of warning to look under your feet so that you don't end up in the gap between the carriage and the edge of the platform.

4. Tokyo

Opening: 1927

Number of stations: 285

The Tokyo subway is so chaotic that a special position, the oshiya, has been created to restore order. They pull out of the cars those who do not have enough strength to squeeze through, and vice versa push those who try to get into a crowded car.

The average Tokyo resident spends about 2 hours a day on the subway, so the trains are equipped with toilets, shower stalls and drinking fountains.

5. Madrid

Opening: 1919

Number of stations: 301

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Since 2018, paper tickets have been abolished here and replaced by plastic cards. Therefore, it is necessary to purchase a card before traveling, and then add trips there.

People whose height is over 1.78 meters should be especially careful, as some stations have very low ceilings.

6. Paris

Opening: 1900

Number of stations: 303

There is a special atmosphere here, as the Paris Underground contains ghost stations. They have never been opened and some of them have no exit to the surface (such as Haxo and Porte Molitor).

Since 1997, Espace Metro Accords has held an annual casting call to decide who is worthy of playing in the subway. 100 lucky people are auditioned.

7. Beijing

Opening: 1969

Number of stations: 370

It is considered one of the longest subways in the world.

It's reckless to expect to be seated, as there are "podpopniki" (alternatives to seating, located around the entire perimeter of the carriage). However, they are mostly suitable only for Chinese people, as they are designed for short stature.

Keep your fare card until you leave the subway, because it is taken away at the exit and then reused.

8. Shanghai

Opening: 1993

Number of stations: 413

It ranks first in terms of line length (a total of 660 kilometers).

The Shanghai Metro is considered to be the most modern: LED boards and LCD monitors, how's that?

9. Seoul

Opening: 1974

Number of stations: 429

Almost every station has rooms for moms with children. In addition, special pink seats for pregnant women appeared in all carriages in 2016.

The fare depends on how many kilometers you travel. For every 5 kilometers, 100 won is added.

10. New York

Opening: 1904

Number of stations: 472

Shocker right off the bat: more people pass through the New York City subway system every day than live in Denmark.

Changes in subway schedules are not uncommon. Many people use special apps that broadcast train movements and, if anything, warn of delays.

By the way, men here need to carefully watch how wide they spread their legs to avoid paying a fine in the future. In this connection, the expression "Your balls are not so big" has become popular.