We estimate commuting times to school by public transportation for New York City students. NYC offers considerable school choice at all grade levels, and its density and public transit system make it possible to attend school further from home. Older students are much less likely than younger ones to attend their closest school, and their average commute is longer. Commuting times vary by student background, with black students traveling significantly further than other groups. Girls and higher-achieving students also commute further. Despite having more options within a given commuting distance, we find disadvantaged populations must travel further to reach a “high-performing” school.