Queens Bus Redesign Launches Sunday: 124 Routes for 800,000 Riders

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After six years of planning and 20,000 public comments, the MTA is investing $33.7 million annually to transform Queens' aging bus network.

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The redesign adds 11 new routes, creating a network of 124 routes (94 local and 30 express) to serve 800,000 daily riders who depend on Queens buses.

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Ever waited too long for a bus? 124,000 more residents will now live within a quarter-mile of frequent service (buses running every 10 minutes or less).

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Introducing "Rush" routes - a new service combining local and non-stop segments to help riders reach subway stations and destinations more quickly.

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The redesign specifically targets underserved areas - cutting trip times by five minutes or more for 23% of riders in these neighborhoods.

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Queens Borough President Donovan Richards called the final plan "perfectly imperfect" - acknowledging both improvements and remaining concerns.

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Lost in the changes? 3,500 customer ambassadors in bright orange vests will be stationed at key bus stops through July 12 to help riders navigate.

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Bonus for Queens commuters: A pilot program offering a second free bus transfer when using the same payment method, running for six months.

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Need to check your route? Visit mta.info/queensbus to use the route lookup tool and see exactly how your daily commute will change.

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