MTA - Metropolitan Transportation Authority

07/08/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 07/08/2024 12:31

Service changes on the Franklin Av Shuttle in summer 2024

What we're doing

From July 8 to August 9, ​Franklin Av Shuttle trains won't run between Franklin Av ​and Park Place.

On the weekends of August 9-12, August 16-19, and August 30-September 3, ​Franklin Av Shuttle trains won't run.

Other service changes may also affect your trip. Check planned service changes or service status, or use the MTA app for more information.

Why we're doing it

We're replacing the St Marks Av Bridge, which carries ​Franklin Av Shuttle trains between St Marks Av and Prospect Pl, just north of the Park Place station. The bridge has reached the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced.

Service changes

  • From July 8 to August 9, ​Franklin Av Shuttle trains won't run between Franklin Av ​and Park Place in either direction.
    • Free B101 shuttle buses will run between Franklin Av ​and Park Place.
    • Re-enter the subway with OMNY or MetroCard at Franklin Av ​or Park Place.
    • ​Franklin Av Shuttle trains will run between Park Place and Prospect Park ​​.
  • On weekends from August 9-12, August 16-19, and August 30-September 3, ​Franklin Av Shuttle trains won't run.
    • Free shuttle buses will run between Franklin Av ​and Prospect Park ​, making all ​Franklin Av Shuttle stops.
    • When exiting the subway at Franklin Av ​, Franklin Av-Medgar Evers College ​​​(Botanic Garden), or Prospect Park ​, get a GO Ticket from a station agent for re-entry.

Additional service changes may be planned as part of this work. Check this page for the latest information.