Major changes coming to Queens bus network starting this summer
Briefly

The MTA has approved a significant redesign of the Queens bus network, aiming to enhance the commuting experience for over 800,000 daily riders. With a $35 million investment, 11 new local routes and 25 rush routes will be introduced, increasing the total routes to 124. The redesign seeks to adapt to changing commuting patterns, offering faster services with fewer stops. MTA officials emphasize that this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to modernize the bus system in response to the borough's growth and evolving ridership demands.
The MTA's redesign of the Queens bus network aims to enhance service with faster commutes while reducing bus stops, ultimately benefiting over 800,000 daily riders.
The addition of 11 local routes and 25 rush routes signifies a major shift in providing swift bus service akin to subway operations, addressing changing commuter needs.
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