Manhattan is unique in having everyone at a trivial walk from their nearest subway stop. Most people are going to need a 1-5 mile trip to their train station. V

Manhattan is unique in having everyone at a trivial walk from their nearest subway stop. Most people are going to need a 1-5 mile trip to their train station. Very good local bus service might be on par with walking (after factoring in average wait time), but not even close to competitive with cycling.