Subway Nutrition Facts: Build Your Lowest Calorie Sub
Subway nutrition facts show a wide calorie range — from 220 to 860+ per sandwich. Use this guide to build the lowest calorie sub for your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lowest calorie Subway sandwich?
The Veggie Delite on a 6-inch Artisan Italian roll is the lowest calorie complete Subway sandwich at around 220 calories. Choosing a salad version (no bread) drops it further to just 50 calories, making it one of the lowest-calorie options at any fast food chain.
How many calories are in a 6-inch Subway sandwich?
A 6-inch Subway sandwich ranges from about 220 calories (Veggie Delite on Artisan Italian) to around 450–470 calories for items like the BLT or Chipotle Chicken & Cheese. Most protein-based subs fall between 270 and 320 calories before extras like cheese, mayo, and dressings are added.
What is the healthiest bread at Subway?
The Hearty Multigrain bread offers the best nutritional profile — 190 calories per 6-inch portion with 3 grams of fiber and 360mg sodium. The Flatbread is the lowest in calories at around 140 calories, but provides minimal fiber. Both are better choices than the higher-calorie wraps or thick Italian rolls.
Does a Subway footlong double the calories?
Yes. A footlong is exactly two 6-inch portions, so every calorie, gram of protein, and milligram of sodium doubles. A 6-inch Turkey at 280 calories becomes a 560-calorie footlong. This makes the 6-inch a significantly better choice for calorie management.
Is Subway healthier than McDonald's?
It depends on what you order. A UCLA Health study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that a typical Subway meal averaged 955 calories and 2,149mg sodium, compared to 1,038 calories and 1,829mg sodium for a typical McDonald's meal. Subway had slightly fewer calories but more sodium. Smart ordering at Subway can yield much better results, but a default Subway order is not automatically healthier than a default McDonald's order.