Q24 Bus Schedule Finder: NYC MTA Route Map, Stops, Fare, Alerts & Live Times
The Q24 bus schedule is for MTA local bus service between Bedford-Stuyvesant / Bushwick and Jamaica via Atlantic Avenue. This guide gives riders the official timetable, MTA Bus Time tracker, route map, major stops, direction help, Queens Bus Network Redesign notes, OMNY fare rules, transfer tips, service alerts, and a step-by-step workflow so you can avoid waiting at the wrong Q24 stop.
Q24 Daily Check Board — Use This Before Walking to the Stop
bookmark toolThe Q24 is not a route where you should rely on memory alone. The official timetable is effective August 31, 2025, the Jamaica turnaround changed, some Queens stops were removed or relocated, and the PDF only shows key timepoints. Use this order every time.
Confirm Q24
Search the exact route code Q24, not just “Atlantic Avenue bus” or “Jamaica bus.”
Choose direction
Pick toward Bed-Stuy / Patchen Av or toward Jamaica / Parsons Blvd before reading times.
Use the PDF
The MTA PDF gives planned weekday, Saturday, Sunday, holiday notes, timepoints and route context.
Use live Bus Time
MTA Bus Time shows stop-level arrivals and current bus movement, which the static PDF cannot show.
Check stop side
Atlantic Av, Broadway, Fulton St, Jamaica Av and Archer Av can have direction-specific stop sides.
Check fare and alerts
Use OMNY fare rules and service alerts before a transfer, late-night trip, school trip or airport connection.
Need the next Q24 right now? Open the official live tracker.
📍 Track Q24 LiveQuick Answer: What the Q24 Bus Is and Where It Goes
Q24 is an MTA local bus route between Bedford-Stuyvesant / Bushwick and Jamaica, mostly using Atlantic Avenue with key route areas around Patchen Avenue, Broadway, Fulton Street / Van Sinderen Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue, Lefferts Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Sutphin Boulevard, Archer Avenue and Parsons Boulevard.
To Bed-Stuy / Patchen Av
Use this direction when leaving Jamaica and riding west toward Broadway, Fulton St, Bushwick and Patchen Av / Lafayette Av.
To Jamaica / Parsons Blvd
Use this direction when riding east toward Jamaica, Sutphin Blvd, Archer Av and 88 Av / Parsons Blvd area.
24-hour route
The redesign profile keeps Q24 service span at 24 hours, but frequency changes by time of day and day of week.
Live arrival matters
Traffic, detours and stop changes can affect Q24. Use Bus Time or the MTA app before leaving.
Source check
This page is an independent rider guide. MTA controls the official schedule, route map, fare rules, stop changes, accessibility information, live arrivals and alerts. Use the official tools below for the final travel decision.
Official Q24 MTA Tools for Schedule, Map, Stops, Fare and Live Times
These are the most important official tools for a real Q24 trip. Use them before a commute, school trip, appointment, airport transfer, late-night ride or weekend plan.
Q24 Schedule Summary: Weekday, Saturday, Sunday and Timepoint Rules
The Q24 PDF shows planned schedule tables. The most important warning is that the PDF shows timepoints, not every bus stop. Your exact stop may be between two printed points, so live Bus Time is the safer final check.
| Service period | Planning frequency guide | What riders should do | Mistake to avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday AM peak | About every 7 minutes in the peak direction | Use live tracking because buses can bunch on Atlantic Av and Broadway. | Assuming every stop matches a printed timepoint. |
| Weekday midday | About every 12 minutes | Check your exact stop, especially near Jamaica and Broadway Junction areas. | Waiting on the wrong side of Atlantic Av. |
| Weekday late evening | About every 26 minutes | Confirm live arrival before leaving home or a station. | Missing one bus and creating a long wait. |
| Saturday | Often about 12-20 minutes during the day, wider overnight | Use the Saturday table and live tracker. | Using weekday commute timing on Saturday. |
| Sunday | Often about 15-24 minutes during much of the day, wider overnight | Use Sunday service and check holiday notes. | Assuming Saturday and Sunday are identical. |
⚠️ Timepoint warning
The MTA timetable shows key stops where buses are scheduled to start, end or leave at a specific time. For the stop nearest you, use MTA Bus Time or the MTA app.
Q24 Route Map and Major Stops: Patchen Av, Atlantic Av, Broadway, Jamaica and Parsons Blvd
The Q24 is easiest to understand as an Atlantic Avenue corridor route connecting Brooklyn and Queens. The route uses dense street segments, so exact stop side matters.
Patchen / Bed-Stuy side
Patchen Av / Lafayette Av is the west-end anchor. Nearby Broadway stops connect to Bushwick and Bed-Stuy travel.
Broadway / Fulton side
Broadway / Halsey St, Fulton St / Van Sinderen Av and Jamaica Av / Broadway are key timepoint areas.
Atlantic Avenue corridor
Atlantic Av / Crescent St, Woodhaven Blvd and Lefferts Blvd are important Queens corridor checks.
Jamaica side
Jamaica routing uses Archer Av / Sutphin Blvd / Parsons Blvd area logic after the redesign.
Important Q24 timepoint and stop-area names
- To Bed-Stuy: 88 Av / Parsons Blvd, Atlantic Av / Lefferts Blvd, Atlantic Av / Woodhaven Blvd, Atlantic Av / Crescent St, Jamaica Av / Broadway, Fulton St / Van Sinderen Av, Broadway / Halsey St and Patchen Av / Lafayette Av.
- To Jamaica: Patchen Av / Lafayette Av, Broadway / Halsey St, Fulton St / Van Sinderen Av, Jamaica Av / Broadway, Atlantic Av / Crescent St, Atlantic Av / Woodhaven Blvd, Atlantic Av / Lefferts Blvd and 88 Av / Parsons Blvd.
- Direction rule: the same intersection can have a different stop side depending on whether you are going toward Jamaica or Bed-Stuy.
- Redesign rule: some Queens stops were removed or relocated, so use current MTA tools instead of old screenshots.
Map note
This embedded map is only for route-area discovery. Use the official MTA Q24 PDF and Bus Time for final stop, direction, live arrival and detour decisions.
Q24 August 31, 2025 Changes: Jamaica Turnaround, Archer Av and Removed Stops
MTA’s Queens Bus Network Redesign changed how Q24 works in Jamaica. The route mostly kept its Atlantic Avenue / Broadway corridor, but the Jamaica turnaround was revised to use Archer Avenue in both directions and end around 88 Av / Parsons Blvd. MTA also removed or relocated some stops in Queens to improve speed and reliability.
New Jamaica anchor
Use 88 Av / Parsons Blvd area logic for the Jamaica end of the route.
Archer Avenue routing
In Jamaica, the redesign uses Archer Av in both directions.
Stop changes
Some Queens stops were removed or relocated. Do not rely on old stop lists.
Service span
Q24 remains a 24-hour route, but headways vary by time of day.
⚠️ Old screenshot warning
If a saved image shows Jamaica routing before August 31, 2025, treat it as risky. Use the current MTA page, PDF and Bus Time.
Q24 Live Tracker: How to Use MTA Bus Time Correctly
MTA Bus Time is the final tool before you leave because it shows the Q24 by route, direction and stop. It is especially important on Atlantic Avenue, Broadway, Fulton Street, Jamaica Avenue and Archer Avenue, where traffic and detours can affect arrivals.
Search Q24
Open MTA Bus Time and search Q24, not only the street name.
Choose direction
Pick toward Bed-Stuy / Patchen Av or toward Jamaica / Parsons Blvd.
Select exact stop
Use the stop name, stop code, map pin or nearby intersection that matches your side of the street.
Check status
Look for service alerts, detours or moved stops before relying on the arrival time.
Use the official Q24 live tracker for stop-level arrival predictions.
📍 Open Q24 Bus TimeQ24 Fare: OMNY, Transfers, Reduced Fare and Cash Notes
Q24 is a local MTA bus route, so the regular local bus fare applies. Most riders pay with OMNY by tapping a contactless card, phone, wearable or OMNY Card. Use the same payment method when transferring so you do not lose transfer benefits.
| Fare topic | What Q24 riders should know | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|
| Regular fare | MTA lists local bus fare at $3 for most riders. | Confusing local bus fare with express bus fare. |
| Reduced fare | Eligible seniors and riders with qualifying disabilities pay half the regular fare. | Expecting reduced fare without the required setup. |
| Transfers | Use the same card or device for transfers within the allowed transfer window. | Tapping with a phone once and physical card next. |
| Cash | Check current MTA rules before relying on cash, exact change or MetroCard transition details. | Arriving without a working OMNY option during a time-sensitive trip. |
| Weekly cap | OMNY weekly fare cap can help frequent local bus and subway riders. | Using different cards/devices and losing cap progress. |
⚠️ Same-payment rule
For OMNY fare caps and transfers, keep using the same payment method. A physical card and the same card in a phone wallet may not always behave like the same tap source.
Q24 Transfers: Subway, LIRR, AirTrain JFK and Nearby Bus Routes
Q24 connects riders to a large transfer network in Brooklyn and Queens. The best transfer depends on your stop, direction and service status.
Broadway / Bushwick transfers
Use Broadway-area stops for J/Z corridor planning and nearby Brooklyn bus connections.
Fulton / Broadway Junction area
Use Broadway Junction area planning for A, C, J, Z, L and nearby bus connections.
Jamaica connections
Jamaica-side trips may connect with subway, LIRR, AirTrain JFK and many Queens bus routes.
Bus route connections
MTA lists many connecting routes, including B7, B12, B13, B20, B25, B26, B38, B47, B52, B60, B83 and multiple Queens routes.
Transfer checklist
- For subway: check train status before timing a bus-to-subway connection.
- For LIRR / AirTrain JFK: build extra time at Jamaica because a missed Q24 can affect the whole trip.
- For bus-to-bus: use the same OMNY payment method when transfer rules matter.
- For late-night trips: confirm both Q24 and the connecting route, not only one leg.
Q24 Alerts, Accessibility and Safety Checks
Q24 riders should check alerts before important trips because construction, traffic, police activity, weather, station work, stop changes and detours can affect routing and arrivals.
Service alerts
Use the MTA app, Bus Time and service status before a work, school, airport or medical trip.
Accessibility planning
Check the exact stop environment and allow extra boarding time if you need ramp or mobility support.
Weather and traffic
Rain, snow, heat, congestion and road work can change Q24 running time.
Late-night trips
Because Q24 runs overnight with wider spacing, check live arrival before waiting outside.
Need official service status before riding?
⚠️ Open MTA AlertsCommon Q24 Schedule Mistakes That Waste Time
Using old Jamaica routing
After the redesign, Jamaica turnaround details changed. Use current MTA tools.
Wrong direction
Bed-Stuy-bound and Jamaica-bound stops can be on different street sides.
PDF-only planning
The PDF shows timepoints. Bus Time shows live stop-level arrivals.
Ignoring removed stops
Some Queens stops were removed or relocated. Confirm the stop before walking.
Transfer payment errors
Use one OMNY card/device for transfers and fare-cap tracking.
Waiting without alerts
Detours and road work can move stops or delay buses, especially along busy corridors.
Related BusSchedules.org Guides for NYC MTA Riders
These guides help riders continue planning with MTA schedules, route-number pages and live-tracker workflows.
Q24 Bus Schedule FAQs
What is the Q24 bus schedule?
The Q24 bus schedule is the MTA local bus timetable for Bedford Stuyvesant – Jamaica via Atlantic Avenue. Use the official MTA Q24 PDF and Bus Time for final times.
Where does the Q24 bus go?
Q24 runs between the Bed-Stuy / Bushwick side and Jamaica via Atlantic Avenue, Broadway, Fulton Street / Van Sinderen Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Archer Avenue and Parsons Boulevard area.
How do I track Q24 live?
Open MTA Bus Time and search Q24. Choose the direction, then select your exact stop to see estimated arrivals and bus movement.
What are the Q24 directions?
The main rider directions are toward Bed-Stuy / Patchen Av and toward Jamaica / Parsons Blvd area. Direction matters because stop sides can differ.
Does Q24 run overnight?
Yes. MTA’s redesign profile shows Q24 with a 24-hour service span, but overnight spacing is wider, so use Bus Time before waiting outside.
What changed on Q24 after August 31, 2025?
MTA’s redesign notes say the Q24 mostly kept its routing, but some Queens stops were removed or relocated and the Jamaica turnaround was revised to use Archer Avenue in both directions, ending around 88 Av / Parsons Blvd.
How much is the Q24 fare?
Q24 uses MTA local bus fare rules. MTA lists local bus fare at $3 for most riders, with reduced fare available for eligible riders.
Can I use OMNY on Q24?
Yes. Tap with a contactless card, smartphone, wearable or OMNY Card. Use the same payment method for transfers and weekly fare-cap tracking.
Does the Q24 connect to subway or LIRR?
Yes. Q24 connects with subway routes in Brooklyn and Queens, and Jamaica-area planning can connect riders with LIRR and AirTrain JFK depending on the stop and transfer path.
Why is my Q24 stop missing?
Some stops changed with the Queens Bus Network Redesign, and temporary detours can also move stops. Use the current MTA route page, Bus Time and service alerts.
Is Q24 the same as B24?
No. Q24 is a Queens/Brooklyn route via Atlantic Avenue between Bed-Stuy/Bushwick and Jamaica. B24 is a different Brooklyn route.
Is BusSchedules.org the official Q24 operator?
No. BusSchedules.org is an independent rider guide. Always verify exact schedules, stops, maps, fares, alerts and live arrivals directly with MTA.
Final Rider Summary: Best Way to Use the Q24 Bus Schedule
The safest way to use the Q24 bus schedule is to confirm the current MTA Q24 route, choose direction, open the official PDF, check the exact stop in Bus Time, review the August 31, 2025 stop and Jamaica-turnaround changes, then confirm fare and alerts before leaving.
Use the PDF for planned service and use Bus Time or the MTA app for the actual stop-level arrival. For late-night rides, transfers, airport connections, school trips or appointments, do not rely on old screenshots because Q24 stop locations and routing details can change.