The holiday weekend is upon us, and with it comes a series of planned Mta Service Changes. For subway and train riders, especially those relying on the 8th Avenue lines, it’s crucial to be aware of disruptions. Starting tonight and continuing 24/7 until 5 a.m. on Monday, February 27, train routes will be adjusted due to essential switch and signal maintenance along the 8th Avenue line. Learn more about these service changes.
In addition, please note the Presidents Day schedule: on Monday, subways and buses will operate on a Saturday schedule. The Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) will follow a weekend schedule, and Metro-North will run on a Saturday schedule. See a map of the holiday weekend changes.
Here’s a detailed overview of what you can expect across different lines this long weekend. Understanding these MTA service changes is key to planning your travel efficiently.
- train disruptions: No service between 3 Av-149 St and 135 St.
- train disruptions: Service is completely suspended.
- train disruptions: No service between E 180 St and 149 St-Grand Concourse.
- train disruptions: Trains will not stop at Flushing-Main St station.
- train disruptions: Rerouting in Manhattan.
- train disruptions: Operating every 15 minutes.
- and train disruptions: No service between Kings Hwy and Coney Island, with trains running on the line between Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av and 5 Av/53 St.
- train disruptions: No service between Kings Hwy and Coney Island-Stillwell Av.
- and train operations: Running on the line between Manhattan and Brooklyn.
- train disruptions: No service between Grasmere and Tottenville.
For a more comprehensive breakdown of these MTA service changes, continue reading. We’ve also included alternative travel options for stations that will be closed or bypassed, ensuring you can navigate your weekend journeys with minimal hassle.
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Major Subway Service Changes Over the Weekend
Trains: Changes in Manhattan, Bronx, and Brooklyn
From 11:30 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Tuesday, significant MTA service changes will affect the train lines. There will be no train service between 135 St and 3 Av-149 St, trains will not run at all, and trains will be suspended between 149 St-Grand Concourse and E 180 St. These disruptions are due to essential accessibility improvement work.
To facilitate travel, free shuttle buses will operate between 135 St and 3 Av-149 St, with stops at 145 St. Follow station signage for directions to the nearest shuttle bus stop.
- train service will be divided into two sections:
- Between Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College and 135 St, rerouted via the to/from Harlem-148 St, bypassing 145 St in both directions.
- Between 3 Av-149 St and Wakefield-241 St.
- For accessing stations, utilize the or train.
- trains will be extended to New Lots Av throughout the weekend.
- trains will operate:
- Between Bowling Green and 149 St-Grand Concourse.
- Between E 180 St and Dyre Av.
Learn more about the train service changes affecting Manhattan, the Bronx, and Brooklyn.
Trains: Adjustments in Queens
Flushing-Main St station will be bypassed by trains from 3:45 a.m. Saturday to 10 p.m. Monday for track maintenance.
- Free shuttle buses will run between Flushing-Main St and Mets-Willets Pt. Look for signs at the station to guide you to the shuttle bus stop.
- trains will operate between Mets-Willets Pt and 34 St-Hudson Yards.
Furthermore, 34 St-Hudson Yards-bound trains will run on the express track from 74 St-Broadway to Queensboro Plaza from 3:45 a.m. Saturday to 10 p.m. Monday, also for track maintenance.
- For service to bypassed stations, take a Mets-Willets Pt-bound train.
Explore further details on the train service changes in Queens.
Trains: Rerouting in Manhattan
Significant MTA service changes are planned for trains in Manhattan. From 9:45 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday, February 27, World Trade Center-bound trains will be rerouted to run on the line from 5 Av/53 St to W 4 St-Wash Sq. This is due to switch replacement and signal modernization work.
- For service to 7 Av station, use the train to/from 47-50 St-Rockefeller Ctr.
- For access to 50 St and 23 St stations, take an uptown train.
- For stations including 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal, 34 St-Penn Station, and 14 St, use the or train.
During the same period, downtown trains will operate on the express track from 59 St-Columbus Circle to Canal St due to the same infrastructure work.
- To reach bypassed stations, take an uptown train.
Find out more about the train service changes in Manhattan.
and Trains: Service Adjustments Across Boroughs
On Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, and trains will run every 15 minutes from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. This reduced frequency is because trains will share the local track in Brooklyn for electrical work.
- Expect longer wait times. Utilize the MYmta app for real-time arrival information and trip planning.
Additionally, trains will not run between Kings Hwy and Coney Island-Stillwell Av in either direction from 9:45 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Tuesday for track maintenance.
- Free shuttle buses will connect Kings Hwy and Coney Island-Stillwell Av. Station signs will direct you to shuttle bus stops.
- trains will operate between Astoria-Ditmars Blvd and Kings Hwy.
- For direct service to Coney Island-Stillwell Av, use trains.
Furthermore, from 11:45 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Tuesday, and trains will bypass City Hall, Cortlandt St, Rector St, Whitehall St, Court St, and Jay St-MetroTech stations due to signal improvement work.
- and trains will run on the line between Canal St and DeKalb Av in both directions.
- During daytime hours, and trains will operate on the line between Canal St and DeKalb Av in both directions.
- Overnight, trains will only run between Bay Ridge-95 St and 59 St in Brooklyn (the last stop). Use or trains for service to stations between 59 St and Atlantic Av-Barclays Ctr.
- For Jay St-MetroTech and Court St, use the nearby Borough Hall station.
- For City Hall, Cortlandt St, Rector St, and Whitehall St, use adjacent stations.
- Reminder: Board trains on the platform at Canal St.
Get comprehensive details about the and train service changes.
Trains: Disruptions in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens
trains will not operate between Kings Hwy and Coney Island-Stillwell Av in either direction from 3:45 a.m. Saturday to 10 p.m. Monday for track replacement.
- Free shuttle buses will serve the Kings Hwy and Coney Island-Stillwell Av section. Follow signs to locate shuttle bus stops.
- trains will run between Jamaica-179 St and Kings Hwy.
- For direct access to Coney Island-Stillwell Av, utilize trains.
- For W 8 St-NY Aquarium, the train is recommended.
Additionally, trains will run on the line between Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av and 5 Av/53 St in both directions from 9:45 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Tuesday due to station work.
- Free shuttle buses will connect Roosevelt Island and Queens Plaza, with stops at 21 St-Queensbridge and Queensboro Plaza. Station signage will guide you.
- For Lexington Av/63 St, transfer to/from the train at 34 St-Herald Sq.
- For 57 St, use the nearby 47-50 St-Rockefeller Ctr station.
Learn more about the train service changes affecting Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens.
Trains: Staten Island Service Changes
trains will not run between Grasmere and Tottenville in either direction from 1 a.m. Saturday to 4 a.m. Tuesday for maintenance work.
- Free shuttle buses will operate between Grasmere and Tottenville. Look for station signs for shuttle directions.
- trains will run between St. George and Grasmere.
Explore more about the train service changes on Staten Island.
Other Service Changes to Note
Trains: Bronx Express Track Usage
Pelham Bay Park-bound trains will use the express track from Parkchester to Pelham Bay Park from 9:45 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Tuesday for station improvement work.
- For service to bypassed stations, take a downtown train.
Details on the train service changes in the Bronx are available here.
Trains: Queens Express Track Usage
From 11:45 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Tuesday, Manhattan-bound trains from Parsons Blvd / Jamaica-Van Wyck will use the express track to Kew Gardens-Union Tpke due to electrical work.
- For service to bypassed stations, take a Queens-bound train.
Further information on train service changes in Queens can be found here.
Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Service Changes
Port Washington Branch
Trains will not run between Great Neck and Port Washington in either direction from 12:01 a.m. Saturday to 1 a.m. Sunday for track maintenance.
- Buses will run hourly between Great Neck and Port Washington, serving all stations except Plandome.
- For Plandome, use the nearby Manhasset bus stop as an alternative.
- Trains will operate between Penn Station and Great Neck on a regular weekend schedule.
- Last trains on Friday night: 11:11 p.m. from Penn Station and 11:38 p.m. from Port Washington.
- Service resumes Sunday morning: 12:17 a.m. from Penn Station and 2:10 a.m. from Port Washington.
Learn more about the Port Washington Branch service changes.
Ronkonkoma Branch
Trains will not run between Ronkonkoma and Greenport in either direction on Saturday and Sunday due to railroad crossing replacement work near Riverhead.
- Buses will operate between Ronkonkoma and Greenport.
- Allow up to 30 minutes of additional travel time.
Details on the Ronkonkoma Branch service changes are available here.
Stay Updated
Please note that these MTA service changes are subject to possible adjustments. Always verify the latest information on the MTA homepage before you travel. For real-time service updates, use the MYmta and TrainTime apps.
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