New York City Local Bus
Information
With over 200 local and
30 express bus routes, New York's buses carry over one million passengers every
day. Considering that the whole fleet is air conditioned and handicapped
accessible, the bus system is quite impressive! The entire City bus fleet,
operated by MTA/New York City Transit, is lift-equipped, has kneeling features,
wheelchair securement devices, public address systems, and seating spaces
reserved for people with disabilities. Personal Care Attendants accompanying the
customer ride free. For more information on what the MTA New York City Transit
offer people with disabilities and special needs click
Here. If you need more information on other transportation services
available for people with disabilities, click,
Here.
Bus fare is $1.50,
which you can pay in coins, with a token or
Metrocard. Since the introduction of Metrocard several years ago, you can
now transfer free between buses and from bus to subway, as well as enjoy
economical day, week and month passes. The minimum cost for a Metrocard is $3.
Farecard machines are located in many subway stations, and that many newsstands
sell Metrocards as well. In addition, various reduced-fare fares apply for the
elderly and handicapped. If you pay with coins or a token, you may request a bus
transfer, but you cannot transfer free to the subway.
By the way, bus (and
subway) maps are free at any subway station token booth or download the
Manhattan bus map (PDF format) and information online. On board the bus, you'll
also find a large map posted behind the driver's seat. Please note that the
seats nearest the driver are designated for the elderly and handicapped. If you
take the bus late at night, you may ask the driver to let you off at a specific
point along the route; the driver will determine if it is safe to stop there.
Download the Manhattan Bus & Subway Map
