5 Av/E 72 St

A rapid pulse of daily life cuts north–south between York Avenue and First Avenue on the Upper East Side. 5 Av/E 72 St sits squarely in that flow, anchoring the corridor with quiet efficiency.

This is a standard bus stop—nothing ornate, just precise. The 5 Av/E 72 St identifier pins the shelter to the southwest corner of East 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue, a stone’s throw from upscale cafés and stately townhouses alike. No gimmicks, no clutter, just a utilitarian glass shelter with posted timetables.

To double-check schedules before stepping off the curb, dial 212-555-7777. When you’re ready to plot the route, pull up the map to see real-time arrivals and platform locations.