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May 24: Buses Substitute for Morning/Midday Trains between West Hempstead and Valley Stream

Updated May 19, 2021 10:35 a.m.

Service Change Notice

On Monday, May 24, buses will replace six trains on the West Hempstead Branch (three westbound, three eastbound) as LIRR forces perform trackwork in the vicinity of Valley Stream. Rush hour service will not be affected.

Westbound customers: Buses will depart up to 21 minutes earlier than usual train times.
Eastbound customers: Please plan for an additional 21 minutes of travel time.

Printed timetables will not be distributed. Please click here to view schedules for affected service.

For More Information: Customer Service Center agents are available to answer questions via live chat or phone between 6 AM and 10 PM, daily. For service related questions, chat live with customer service agents through the LIRR TrainTime app. To speak with an agent, call 511 or 718-217-LIRR (718-217-5477) and say “Representative” when the prompts begin. Automated schedule information is available via phone 24/7.