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Out-of-system transfer
out-uhv-SIS-tum TRANS-fur
Local meaning
A recognized transit connection that requires leaving one fare-controlled station area and entering another separate station.
Most subway transfers happen inside the paid area, but a small number of official connections require a street-level walk between station complexes. Eligibility, payment method, and current rules determine whether the second entry is treated as a transfer rather than a new fare.
Example in context
- “That connection is an out-of-system transfer, so follow the street signs.”
How it is used
A specialized New York transit term for approved station-to-station walking connections outside fare control.
neutral, technical, practical
subway trip planning, station navigation, fare questions
A specialized New York transit term for approved station-to-station walking connections outside fare control.
Do not assume any nearby stations provide a free transfer; only current officially recognized pairs and eligible payment conditions apply.
Spelling and scope
A specialized New York transit term for approved station-to-station walking connections outside fare control.
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Frequently asked questions
Does out-of-system mean the transfer is always free?
No. It depends on whether the station pair and payment conditions are officially recognized at that time.
Why would a transfer leave the station?
Some useful connections were built as separate station complexes without an internal paid-area passage.
Read next
All words →Evidence and further reading
These sources support the regional association, dictionary sense, or broader spread. The entry remains open to correction from New York speakers and qualified reviewers.
- How to Ride the SubwayMetropolitan Transportation Authority
Official subway-riding context for transfers, directions, platforms, and trip planning.