Route B43 Bus Schedule: Times, Stops & Map
The B43 bus schedule depends on your location. In Brooklyn, New York, MTA B43 runs between Greenpoint and Lefferts Gardens through Williamsburg and Bedford-Stuyvesant. In Massachusetts, PVTA B43 connects Northampton, Hadley, UMass Amherst and Amherst College.
These two routes have different timetables, fares and stop patterns. Brooklyn B43 is a $3 local bus operating throughout the day and night. PVTA B43 is fare-free under its current fixed-route program and follows separate school-year, no-school and B43 Express timetables.
This guide provides official stop lists, 2026 schedule examples, weekday and weekend information, route maps, fare rules, tracking instructions and accessibility guidance.
Which B43 Bus Schedule Should You Use?
Runs between Greenpoint and Lefferts Gardens via Manhattan Avenue, Graham Avenue, Tompkins Avenue and Throop Avenue.
Service: Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, including overnight trips.
Live arrivals: MTA Bus Time.
Open the official Brooklyn B43 stop listRuns between Smith College in Northampton and Amherst College via Hadley and UMass Amherst.
Service: Weekday and weekend schedules, with school-calendar variations.
Live arrivals: PVTA real-time tools and Transit app.
Open the official PVTA B43 schedule directoryB43 Bus Schedule Guide
MTA B43 Bus Schedule: Greenpoint to Lefferts Gardens
The MTA B43 travels through Brooklyn between Box Street/Manhattan Avenue in Greenpoint and Lincoln Road/Flatbush Avenue near Prospect Park.
The route runs through residential areas, retail corridors, subway connections and neighborhoods where nearby bus stops often serve different directions.
Brooklyn B43 Route Map: Southbound
This is a simplified corridor diagram, not a geographic street map. The exact stopping streets vary by direction.
Why the B43 Uses Different Streets in Opposite Directions
In parts of Williamsburg and Bedford-Stuyvesant, the northbound and southbound routes do not use identical streets. For example, southbound service includes Tompkins Avenue and Brooklyn Avenue, while the Greenpoint-bound stop pattern includes Throop Avenue and Kingston Avenue.
This means a stop across the road may not necessarily serve the return B43. Search for your destination in MTA Bus Time before deciding where to wait.
For wider Brooklyn and New York City bus-route instructions, including six-digit stop codes and OMNY transfers, our MTA bus timetable and live-arrival guide explains how the official route system works.
B43 Brooklyn Bus Times: Weekdays and Weekends
MTA B43 provides all-day and overnight service. Frequencies are highest during busier weekday periods and lower overnight.
Current MTA schedule-feed summaries show approximately 8-minute peak intervals and around 12-minute midday intervals. Overnight service is much less frequent. Individual stops can have longer gaps.
Selected Weekday Departures Toward Greenpoint
The following are selected scheduled departures from Lincoln Road/Flatbush Avenue toward Greenpoint, drawn from MTA schedule-feed information covering the current route pattern.
| Period | Scheduled departures | What riders should know |
|---|---|---|
| Overnight | 1:00 AM, 1:45 AM, 2:30 AM, 3:15 AM | Longer gaps than daytime service. |
| Early morning | 4:00 AM, 4:30 AM, 5:00 AM, 5:20 AM | Service becomes more frequent as morning approaches. |
| Morning commute | 6:10 AM, 6:20 AM, 6:28 AM, 6:35 AM | Closer departure spacing during the commute. |
| Mid-morning | 9:02 AM, 9:20 AM, 9:40 AM, 10:00 AM | Check the current stop timetable because intervals vary. |
Saturday, Sunday and Holiday B43 Service
MTA B43 also runs on Saturdays and Sundays. Expect different intervals from weekdays, especially early morning and late evening.
Holiday service can follow a Saturday, Sunday or modified weekday schedule depending on the holiday. Check the relevant travel day in the official MTA schedule directory.
Open the official MTA bus schedule directory.
How Long Does Brooklyn B43 Take?
Travel time varies greatly by the specific stops and traffic. A complete end-to-end trip can take around an hour or longer during busy periods, while shorter neighborhood journeys may take only a few minutes.
Do not use one end-to-end duration as the estimated time between every two B43 stops. Search your origin and destination in the official trip planner for a stop-specific prediction.
Where Does the B43 Bus Stop in Brooklyn?
The official MTA Bus Time stop list identifies more than 50 stops in the Greenpoint-bound direction and a separate southbound sequence toward Lefferts Gardens.
Selected Stops Toward Greenpoint – Box Street
- Lincoln Road / Flatbush Avenue
- Empire Boulevard / Washington Avenue
- Empire Boulevard / Bedford Avenue
- Empire Boulevard / Nostrand Avenue
- Empire Boulevard / Brooklyn Avenue
- Kingston Avenue / Montgomery Street
- Kingston Avenue / Bergen Street
- Kingston Avenue / Fulton Street
- Throop Avenue / Fulton Street
- Throop Avenue / Halsey Street
- Throop Avenue / Myrtle Avenue
- Flushing Avenue / Broadway
- Graham Avenue / Cook Street
- Graham Avenue / Grand Street
- Graham Avenue / Metropolitan Avenue
- Manhattan Avenue / Nassau Avenue
- Manhattan Avenue / Greenpoint Avenue
- Box Street / Manhattan Avenue
Selected Stops Toward Lefferts Gardens
- Box Street / Manhattan Avenue
- Manhattan Avenue / Clay Street
- Manhattan Avenue / India Street
- Manhattan Avenue / Greenpoint Avenue
- Manhattan Avenue / Nassau Avenue
- Graham Avenue / Engert Avenue
- Graham Avenue / Metropolitan Avenue
- Graham Avenue / Grand Street
- Graham Avenue / Cook Street
- Tompkins Avenue / Flushing Avenue
- Tompkins Avenue / Myrtle Avenue
- Tompkins Avenue / Fulton Street
- Brooklyn Avenue / Fulton Street
- Brooklyn Avenue / Eastern Parkway
- Brooklyn Avenue / Montgomery Street
- Empire Boulevard / Brooklyn Avenue
- Washington Avenue / Empire Boulevard
- Lincoln Road / Flatbush Avenue
These lists highlight useful stops and are not exhaustive. Some blocks can be temporarily bypassed during construction or street closures.
Brooklyn B43 Subway Connections
How Much Does the B43 Bus Cost in Brooklyn?
As of the 2026 MTA fare change, B43 is a standard New York City local bus with a $3.00 base fare.
The MTA increased the local bus base fare to $3 effective January 4, 2026. Reduced fares, free rides for qualifying children and fare caps are subject to the agency’s eligibility and payment rules.
How to Pay the Brooklyn B43 Fare
- Use an accepted contactless credit or debit card, mobile wallet or OMNY card.
- Board the bus and locate the OMNY reader.
- Tap the card or device.
- Check for successful payment.
- Use the same eligible payment method for transfers.
- Check the current MTA rules before relying on cash or legacy MetroCard payment.
PVTA B43 Bus Schedule: Northampton, Hadley and Amherst
PVTA B43 links Smith College in Northampton with Amherst College, traveling via Hadley and UMass Amherst. This is a different B43 from the Brooklyn MTA route.
The current PVTA route also has a separate B43E express variation and a no-school schedule. The correct timetable depends on the service calendar and whether the bus is a regular B43 or an express trip.
PVTA B43 Route Map
Illustrative major-stop sequence only. The exact path and intermediate stops depend on the trip pattern.
Important 2026 PVTA Schedule Update
PVTA announced new B43 and B43E schedules beginning September 6, 2026. The Amherst-area campus schedules also changed beginning September 8, 2026.
Our PVTA bus schedules and Amherst-area network guide explains how to identify full route codes, school-calendar patterns, live tracking and regional connections throughout the Pioneer Valley.
PVTA B43 Weekday Times: Smith College to Amherst
PVTA’s September 2026 operating data provides weekday trips between Smith College and Amherst College. Some trips take a direct pattern while others serve Hampshire Mall.
Selected Eastbound Departures
| From Smith College | Amherst College arrival | Scheduled duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | 6:33 AM | 33 minutes |
| 7:00 AM | 7:33 AM | 33 minutes |
| 7:20 AM | 7:58 AM | 38 minutes |
| 8:00 AM | 8:38 AM | 38 minutes |
| 8:20 AM | 9:08 AM | 48 minutes |
Selected weekday examples from the September 2026 route schedule data. These are not live arrival predictions. Route variants, intermediate stop times and later service changes should be checked against the official PVTA timetable.
Selected Westbound Departures: Amherst to Northampton
| Amherst College | Smith College arrival | Trip information |
|---|---|---|
| 6:35 AM | 7:18 AM | Early direct pattern |
| 7:35 AM | 8:18 AM | Early direct pattern |
| 8:00 AM | 8:38 AM | Direct pattern |
| 8:50 AM | 9:25 AM | Via Hampshire Mall |
| 9:10 AM | 9:45 AM | Via Hampshire Mall |
How Frequently Does PVTA B43 Run?
Some evening trips and special school-calendar periods use wider intervals. Do not assume every B43 stop receives a bus at a fixed interval throughout the day.
First and Last PVTA B43 Service
The regular weekday service begins around 6:00 AM at Smith College. Service continues into the late evening, with some published schedule patterns extending past midnight. Saturday and Sunday start/end times differ.
PVTA B43 is particularly sensitive to school schedules and trip patterns, so use the official timetable for the exact last bus at your boarding stop rather than a general route-wide end time.
PVTA B43 vs B43E Express: What Is the Difference?
PVTA publishes separate timetable documents for B43 Northampton–Hadley–Amherst, B43 No School and B43 Express (B43E).
| Feature | B43 local | B43E express |
|---|---|---|
| Main corridor | Northampton, Hadley, UMass, Amherst | Northampton–Amherst express connection |
| Hampshire Mall | Served by designated regular trips | Express route does not follow the regular shopping-stop pattern |
| Schedule document | B43 or B43 No School | B43 Express timetable |
| Best use | Local stops and shopping destinations | Trips matching express stops |
How to Choose B43 or B43E
- Open PVTA’s official schedule directory.
- Find Northampton Area Routes.
- Choose B43 for regular local service.
- Choose B43 No School during the applicable break schedule.
- Choose B43 Express for the express service.
- Check whether your actual boarding stop is served.
- Confirm your destination and the schedule date.
View UMass Transportation’s B43, B43E and no-school route information.
Is the PVTA B43 Bus Free in 2026?
Yes. PVTA states that regular fixed-route buses are fare-free during fiscal year 2027 under its fare-free public transit program.
PVTA’s current fare-free program means riders do not need to buy a regular B43 fare or pass. UMass Transportation also documents Five College student and employee travel arrangements, including identification requirements for certain semester programs.
PVTA’s systemwide fare-free notice is the relevant source for the regular B43 fare. The B79 Amherst–Worcester intercity route is explicitly excluded from the standard free-fare program.
Verify PVTA’s current fare-free program and service updates.
How to Track the B43 Bus in Real Time
The correct tracker depends on whether you are traveling in Brooklyn or Massachusetts. Both agencies provide route and stop-based information, but their apps and vehicle data are different.
MTA Brooklyn B43 Live Tracker
Use MTA Bus Time and select either GREENPOINT BOX ST or LEFFERTS GARDENS PROSPECT PK STA.
- Open the official B43 Bus Time link below.
- Choose the direction shown on the bus headsign.
- Find your exact intersection in the stop list.
- Open that stop’s arrival information.
- Look for approaching buses and active alerts.
- Refresh shortly before leaving for the stop.
Open the official MTA B43 live bus tracker.
PVTA B43 Live Tracker
PVTA publishes route and stop information through myStop/InfoPoint and recommends using the Transit app for current alerts and detour information.
- Open PVTA’s real-time information page.
- Select B43 Northampton–Hadley–Amherst.
- Choose your direction toward Amherst or Northampton.
- Find Smith College, Hampshire Mall, Haigis Mall or your exact stop.
- Compare scheduled and predicted arrivals.
- Check current alerts through Transit app or PVTA.
Open the PVTA myStop bus tracker.
How to Find the Correct B43 Bus Stop on a Map
A route can follow the correct street while your boarding stop is on a different corner. Before walking to a stop, verify the route’s direction, destination, stop ID and any temporary relocation.
Use MTA Bus Time for the detailed B43 stop sequence. Choose the correct Greenpoint or Lefferts Gardens direction.
Official Brooklyn B43 stopsUse PVTA’s schedule directory or tracker to find Northampton, Hadley and Amherst stop names and locations.
Official PVTA B43 map and timetableCheck the supported tracking tool for the next vehicle rather than relying only on an undated route-map screenshot.
See B43 tracking instructionsSeven Steps to Find the Right Stop
- Confirm whether you need Brooklyn B43 or Massachusetts B43.
- Open the official route map.
- Select the direction matching your destination.
- Find the nearest stop serving that direction.
- Check the physical stop sign or stop ID.
- Read current detours or accessible-path notices.
- Check the next scheduled or predicted arrival.
If you need help comparing walking distance, station connections or transit alternatives, our Google Maps bus stop and public-transit planning tutorial explains how to identify the right boarding location. The transit operator’s live alerts remain the final source for temporary stop changes.
B43 Wheelchair Access, Reduced Fares and Accessible Stops
Accessible travel requires more than an accessible vehicle. Boarding surfaces, sidewalk conditions, ramps, station entrances, construction and stop placement all affect the journey.
Accessibility Checklist Before Boarding
- Confirm the accessible bus stop.
- Check for temporary construction.
- Find a safe and usable curb or boarding area.
- Check the correct direction and stop side.
- Allow extra time for mobility-related transfers.
- Review assistance and reduced-fare eligibility.
- Check accessible subway or rail connections.
- Contact the agency if access remains uncertain.
MTA accessibility services and PVTA passenger assistance information provide operator-specific resources.
B43 Bus Detours, Stop Closures and School Calendar Changes
Construction and road closures can affect Graham, Tompkins, Throop, Kingston and nearby streets. Check the official MTA B43 alerts before boarding.
Academic-year and no-school service can change the timetable and available trips. PVTA announced B43 schedule changes effective September 6, 2026.
A scheduled departure can still appear when GPS reporting is delayed or unavailable. Compare route updates, the timetable and a live prediction.
What to Do if the B43 Is Detoured
- Open the official operator’s route or alert page.
- Find the notice affecting your travel date.
- Check whether the detour affects your direction.
- Identify skipped or relocated stops.
- Locate the alternative boarding stop using its official description.
- Confirm the accessible walking route if needed.
- Check the next bus again before leaving.
B43 Rider Tips That Can Save Time
The bus heading to Greenpoint Box Street is not the bus heading to Lefferts Gardens Prospect Park Station. Check the display before boarding.
The return stop may not be on the opposite curb because the B43 uses different streets through parts of Bedford-Stuyvesant.
The academic-year B43 timetable may not apply during university breaks. Select the correct schedule rather than assuming regular weekday departures.
If you need a Hadley Route 9 stop or Hampshire Mall, confirm the trip serves it. B43E is not automatically a substitute for a regular B43 trip.
PVTA recommends being at the stop approximately 10 minutes ahead of departure. For MTA stops, arrive several minutes early and recheck Bus Time.
Check the last bus in your return direction before starting the outbound trip. Weekend and late-night patterns may be different.
B43 Bus Schedule Problems and What to Do
Check the destination and street. In Brooklyn, the two directions can use different corridors through parts of the route.
Check the service day, next scheduled trip and route alerts. Missing GPS reporting does not automatically mean the route has stopped operating.
Check the document’s effective date. PVTA implemented B43 changes in September 2026, and older PDFs may remain online.
B43E has an express stopping pattern. Confirm whether your stop is served by B43 rather than B43E.
Verify the agency. Brooklyn B43 uses MTA local bus fares, whereas PVTA B43 is fare-free under its current program.
Brooklyn B43 has overnight service, but a PVTA B43 departure after midnight depends on the specific operating day and schedule. Use the correct timetable.
60-Second B43 Bus Checklist
- Confirm Brooklyn MTA or Massachusetts PVTA.
- Check whether the route is regular B43 or B43E.
- Select the correct travel date.
- Use the right weekday, weekend or no-school schedule.
- Match the destination on the bus headsign.
- Find the exact stop or stop ID.
- Check the fare rules for your operator.
- Open live arrivals where supported.
- Review detours and accessible-path notices.
- Confirm the last return bus before leaving.
B43 Customer Service and Lost Property
MTA New York City Transit
Phone: 511Use for MTA bus information, accessibility questions, assistance and service complaints.
When reporting lost property, record the bus route, travel date, approximate time, boarding stop and item description.
Open MTA passenger assistancePioneer Valley Transit Authority
Local rider information: 413-781-7882 Toll-free: 877-779-7882Use for PVTA schedules, stop information and travel assistance.
For lost property, identify B43, the date, boarding direction and approximate bus time.
Open official PVTA contact informationB43 Official Timetables, Maps and Tracking Links
Official Brooklyn B43 direction-specific stop list, approaching buses and route information.
Official MTA B43 Bus TimeCurrent MTA timetable lookup by borough and bus route.
MTA official schedule directoryThe official B43 printable timetable dated March 31, 2024 is useful for historical reference and timetable format. It should not override the current stop schedule.
Open MTA B43 PDF — 2024Current fares, contactless payment and transfer rules for New York City Transit.
Official MTA faresB43 regular, B43 No School and B43 Express timetables.
PVTA schedule directoryOfficial September 6 B43 and B43E schedule-change notices, plus fare-free program details.
PVTA rider updatesOfficial explanation of GPS-based tracking and the recommendation to arrive ahead of schedule.
PVTA real-time informationIndependent institutional confirmation of B43, B43E, major stops and campus-calendar services.
UMass PVTA routes and schedulesIndependent-site disclosure: BusSchedule.us is not operated by the MTA, PVTA or UMass Transportation. It does not control schedules, operate vehicles, issue official passes or guarantee real-time arrivals.
B43 Bus Schedule FAQs
1. What is the B43 bus schedule?
B43 refers to different routes. MTA B43 runs between Greenpoint and Lefferts Gardens in Brooklyn, while PVTA B43 connects Northampton, Hadley and Amherst in Massachusetts. Each has its own schedule.
2. Does the Brooklyn B43 bus run 24 hours?
Yes. MTA B43 has scheduled overnight service in addition to weekday and weekend daytime trips. Overnight buses run less frequently, so check the exact stop-specific timetable and live arrivals.
3. How much does the MTA B43 cost?
The 2026 standard local bus fare is $3. Eligible reduced-fare passengers pay $1.50. OMNY fare caps and transfers follow MTA payment rules.
4. What are the major Brooklyn B43 stops?
Major areas include Greenpoint, Manhattan Avenue, Graham Avenue, Williamsburg, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Crown Heights and Lefferts Gardens near Lincoln Road and Flatbush Avenue.
5. Where can I track the Brooklyn B43 bus live?
Use MTA Bus Time, search B43, choose the Greenpoint or Lefferts Gardens direction and select your exact stop. Review active route alerts before relying on an arrival prediction.
6. What is the PVTA B43 bus route?
PVTA B43 connects Smith College and Downtown Northampton with Hadley, Hampshire Mall, UMass Amherst and Amherst College. Some trips follow different stopping patterns.
7. Is PVTA B43 free in 2026?
Yes. PVTA’s regular fixed-route buses are fare-free during the current FY2027 program. Premium intercity services such as B79 have different fare rules.
8. How often does PVTA B43 run?
Typical weekday daytime intervals are around 20 minutes. Saturday daytime service commonly runs around every 30 minutes, while Sunday service is often about hourly. Check the correct school or no-school timetable.
9. What is the difference between B43 and B43E?
PVTA B43 provides regular local service through Hadley and selected shopping stops. B43E is an express variation with a different stopping pattern. The two routes should not be treated as identical.
10. Where can I find the current B43 timetable and map?
For Brooklyn, use MTA Bus Time and the official MTA schedule directory. For Northampton–Amherst, use PVTA’s schedule directory, select B43, B43 No School or B43 Express and confirm the travel date and direction.