Proposed Final Plan: QM31 Express

Fresh Meadows - Midtown Manhattan
Associated existing routes: QM31

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About the route

The proposed QM31 Express runs inbound (westbound) to Midtown Manhattan via Third Avenue, and outbound (eastbound) to Fresh Meadows. 

The proposed length of the QM31 Express route is 13.1 miles. 

In the existing route, the average stop spacing is 1,445 feet. Under the proposed route, that would increase to 1,446 feet. 

Route Improvements

  • Improved stop spacing
  • NYC DOT Priority Corridor

Review the QM31 route summary

The proposed QM31 would maintain its existing routing. Along the highway, the QM31 would travel non-stop to and from Manhattan. 

No frequency or service span changes are being proposed at this time.

See the route profile with full stop list.

Hours of operation

QM31

Existing/Proposed: Westbound

Existing/Proposed: Eastbound

Weekdays

7:05 AM - 8:45 AM

4:15 PM - 6:45 PM

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Frequency of service: Existing

Times listed are in minutes and refer to the peak direction.

QM31

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Frequency of service: Proposed

Times listed are in minutes and refer to the peak direction.

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