Route Q24 Bus Schedule: Times, Stops & Map
The MTA Q24 runs between Jamaica, Queens, and Bedford-Stuyvesant/Bushwick, Brooklyn, primarily via Atlantic Avenue and Broadway. The route operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, although buses are much less frequent overnight.
The Q24 connects riders with Jamaica Station, Sutphin Boulevard–Archer Avenue, Woodhaven Boulevard, Broadway Junction and the Kosciuszko Street area. Some buses operate shorter trips ending at Broadway Junction, so checking the destination sign matters.
This guide explains the current route pattern, weekday and weekend frequency, sample scheduled times, $3 local bus fare, stop changes, subway transfers, accessible boarding and how to find the next Q24 using MTA Bus Time.
What Is the Q24 Bus Schedule?
The Q24 operates around the clock between Jamaica and Brooklyn. During busier weekday periods, buses can be approximately 7–15 minutes apart. Overnight waits are much longer and can approach an hour.
For the exact next bus, use MTA Bus Time and search for Q24. Choose your direction, select your stop and review the approaching buses.
Q24 Bus Guide Contents
Q24 Weekday, Saturday and Sunday Schedule
The Q24 provides 24-hour service on all three service-day patterns. However, 24-hour operation does not mean a bus comes every 10 minutes throughout the night.
| Day | Service span | Typical daytime pattern | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 24 hours | About 7–15 minutes during many busy periods | Longer gaps, sometimes near 60 minutes |
| Saturday | 24 hours | Often around 12–20 minutes | Less frequent service |
| Sunday | 24 hours | Often around 15–25 minutes | Longer waits than daytime |
These are approximate service-planning patterns informed by the Queens Bus Network Redesign and published transit schedules. They are not guaranteed headways at a particular stop. Individual trips and branches can have different intervals.
Visual: Why the Q24 Wait Changes During the Day
Longer bars indicate longer potential waits, not more buses. The illustration is not a live frequency chart.
How to Check the Exact Q24 Departure
- Open the official MTA Q24 schedule page.
- Confirm that the route is Q24 Bedford Stuyvesant–Jamaica via Atlantic Avenue.
- Open the current timetable and check its effective date.
- Choose weekday, Saturday or Sunday service.
- Find the direction toward Jamaica or Bedford-Stuyvesant.
- Locate the closest published timepoint to your boarding stop.
- Use MTA Bus Time for your exact stop rather than guessing from another intersection.
Q24 Bus Timetable: Jamaica and Brooklyn
These selected timepoints illustrate how the Q24 travels through its corridor. They are taken from the MTA’s published Q24 timetable listing, not a live bus feed. Always check the current timetable’s printed effective date before relying on these departures.
Example Weekday Overnight Trips: Jamaica to Bedford-Stuyvesant
| Major stop | Trip A | Trip B | Trip C |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88 Av / Parsons Blvd | 12:30 AM | 12:45 AM | 1:00 AM |
| Atlantic Av / Lefferts Blvd | 12:55 AM | 1:10 AM | 1:27 AM |
| Atlantic Av / Woodhaven Blvd | 1:03 AM | 1:19 AM | 1:36 AM |
| Atlantic Av / Crescent St | 1:13 AM | 1:29 AM | 1:46 AM |
| Jamaica Av / Broadway | 1:30 AM | 1:46 AM | 2:03 AM |
| Fulton St / Van Sinderen Av | 1:32 AM | 1:48 AM | 2:05 AM |
| Broadway / Halsey St | 1:40 AM | 1:56 AM | 2:13 AM |
| Patchen Av / Lafayette Av | 1:48 AM | 2:04 AM | 2:21 AM |
Example Sunday Overnight Trips: Bedford-Stuyvesant to Jamaica
| Major stop | Trip A | Trip B | Trip C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patchen Av / Lafayette Av | 12:30 AM | 1:10 AM | 2:10 AM |
| Broadway / Halsey St | 12:35 AM | 1:14 AM | 2:14 AM |
| Van Sinderen Av / Fulton St | 12:40 AM | 1:18 AM | 2:18 AM |
| Jamaica Av / Georgia Av | 12:42 AM | 1:20 AM | 2:20 AM |
| Atlantic Av / Crescent St | 12:50 AM | 1:28 AM | 2:28 AM |
| Atlantic Av / Woodhaven Blvd | 12:56 AM | 1:34 AM | 2:34 AM |
| Atlantic Av / Lefferts Blvd | 1:01 AM | 1:39 AM | 2:39 AM |
| 88 Av / 153 St | 1:10 AM | 1:48 AM | 2:48 AM |
How Long Does the Q24 Take?
Atlantic Avenue traffic, signal delays, Broadway Junction conditions and the Jamaica terminal area can change the total journey time. Check your two actual stops rather than using a single end-to-end estimate for every trip.
Q24 Bus Stops: Jamaica, Atlantic Avenue and Bed-Stuy
The Q24 links Jamaica with Brooklyn through a series of important local corridors. Its path includes Archer Avenue in Jamaica, Atlantic Avenue through Richmond Hill and East New York, and Broadway toward Bedford-Stuyvesant.
This is a simplified stop-flow illustration, not a geographically scaled street map. Some trips end at Broadway Junction rather than continuing to Patchen Avenue.
Important Jamaica-Bound Stops
- Patchen Avenue / Lafayette Avenue
- Broadway / Lafayette Avenue
- Broadway / Halsey Street
- Broadway / Chauncey Street
- Broadway / Hull Street
- Van Sinderen Avenue / Fulton Street
- Jamaica Avenue / Georgia Avenue
- Atlantic Avenue / Euclid Avenue
- Atlantic Avenue / Crescent Street
- Atlantic Avenue / Woodhaven Boulevard
- Atlantic Avenue / Lefferts Boulevard
- Atlantic Avenue / 124th Street
- Sutphin Boulevard / Archer Avenue
- 88th Avenue / Parsons Boulevard area
Selected Brooklyn-Bound Stops
The reverse journey uses different stop sides and some different terminal streets. Important stops include 88th Avenue/Parsons Boulevard, Archer Avenue/153rd Street, Sutphin Boulevard/Archer Avenue, Atlantic Avenue/Lefferts Boulevard, Atlantic Avenue/Woodhaven Boulevard, Fulton Street/Van Sinderen Avenue and Broadway/Halsey Street.
How to Find a Q24 Stop on the Official Map
- Open MTA Bus Time.
- Search Q24.
- Choose the correct direction.
- Open the route’s stop list or map.
- Find the closest named intersection.
- Select the stop and read its stop ID.
- Confirm the boarding side and any active detour.
Q24 Direction: Jamaica, Bed-Stuy or Broadway Junction?
The Q24 route number alone does not tell you whether the bus reaches your destination. In live data, different terminal descriptions can appear.
Choose this direction for Atlantic Avenue stops toward Jamaica, Sutphin-Archer connections and the Jamaica terminal area.
This indicates a Brooklyn-bound trip continuing beyond Broadway Junction toward the Bed-Stuy end of the route.
This bus is not necessarily continuing to Patchen Avenue. If you need Kosciuszko Street or the Bed-Stuy end, check the trip details before boarding.
What if You Board the Shorter Trip?
If the bus ends at Broadway Junction, you may need to continue on the subway or wait for a Q24 that serves the full Bed-Stuy route. Check the current MTA trip planner, accessible transfer options and arrival predictions before choosing.
Q24 Queens Bus Network Redesign: What Changed?
The MTA’s Queens Bus Network Redesign placed Q24 changes in the phase effective August 31, 2025. These changes are important when comparing newer route information with older stop lists.
What This Means for Riders
If you used Q24 before the redesign, your old stop may no longer be served. An older PDF, map screenshot or bookmarked stop could point to a removed location.
View the MTA Queens Bus Network Redesign information for the official route-change background.
Future routing caution: Brooklyn network proposals have discussed additional changes to the Q24 corridor. A proposal is not automatically an implemented service change. Use the active Q24 timetable and MTA’s announced effective dates before describing any proposed replacement as operating.
How Much Is the Q24 Bus Fare?
The Q24 is an MTA local bus. The standard local bus fare increased to $3.00 on January 4, 2026.
How OMNY Works on the Q24
- Prepare an OMNY Card, accepted contactless debit/credit card, smartphone or other supported payment device.
- Enter the Q24 through the designated boarding door.
- Tap the fare reader.
- Check that the reader confirms your payment.
- Use the same payment card or device for eligible transfers.
- For fare capping, keep using the same payment method throughout the seven-day period.
Visit the official OMNY fare page to confirm fare caps, qualifying trips and current payment policies.
Does Q24 Have a Free Transfer?
Eligible MTA local bus and subway transfers are generally available within two hours when the same accepted payment method is used. The normal transfer rules apply to qualifying journeys; not every combination of services is free.
Can I Still Pay With Coins or MetroCard?
The MTA stopped selling and refilling MetroCards at the end of 2025 and announced that MetroCard and onboard coin acceptance would end later in 2026. The exact transition status should be checked before relying on either method. OMNY is the safer default for planning a trip.
Cash can be used to purchase or reload an OMNY Card at supported vending machines and retailers. Check MTA’s bus-riding instructions for the latest onboard fare acceptance rules.
Q24 Subway Transfers: Broadway Junction, Sutphin-Archer and Jamaica
One useful feature of the Q24 is its connection to multiple subway and rail corridors. However, the bus does not directly serve every airport or rail platform. Some transfers require walking between stops and station entrances.
Important connections to the A, C, J, L and Z subway services, depending on service patterns.
Check the bus stop at Fulton Street/Van Sinderen Avenue and the accessible station entrance before transferring.
The western part of the full Q24 route connects with stations along the elevated Broadway corridor, including the J line.
Check whether the arriving Q24 continues beyond Broadway Junction.
Connections include E/J/Z subway service, the Jamaica Long Island Rail Road area and access toward AirTrain JFK.
Allow walking and transfer time. The Q24 does not run directly to JFK airport terminals.
Visual Transfer Sequence: Q24 to Airport Connections
Another Jamaica-Area Route: Q3
If your journey involves Jamaica and JFK Airport, the Q3 bus timetable between Jamaica and the JFK airport service area may help you compare travel options. The Q3 has its own destination, airport-area stops and schedule, so it is not a direct substitute for every Q24 journey.
Atlantic Avenue and Woodhaven Boulevard
Q24 riders near Atlantic Avenue/Woodhaven Boulevard can investigate the Q53-SBS corridor for north-south travel along Woodhaven and Cross Bay Boulevards. Our Q53-SBS schedule with Woodhaven Boulevard transfer points provides the relevant stops, direction and timetable guidance.
Check the precise walking connection before transferring. A crossing or a nearby station entrance may not be directly beside the Q24 stop.
Jamaica to East New York and Gateway Center
The Q24 follows Atlantic Avenue, while the Q8 serves the 101 Avenue corridor between Jamaica and Gateway Center/East New York. For those destinations, compare the Q8 Jamaica–Gateway Mall schedule via 101 Avenue rather than assuming Q24 and Q8 cover the same local stops.
How to Track the Q24 Bus in Real Time
The official MTA Bus Time service can show approaching Q24 buses, vehicle locations, stop information and scheduled arrivals when live tracking is unavailable.
Open the official MTA Bus Time tracker.
Useful Stop-ID Example
MTA Bus Time identifies Stop #503174 — Archer Avenue/153rd Street in Jamaica. This is an example of how an exact stop number can be more reliable than searching only for a broad place name such as “Jamaica bus stop.”
Open the MTA arrivals page for Archer Avenue/153rd Street.
What if the Tracker Shows Two Q24 Destinations?
If one bus says Broadway Junction and another says Bed-Stuy/Kosciuszko Street, they may not travel the same full route. Select the trip that serves your intended destination rather than boarding the first vehicle displaying Q24.
Q24 Bus Service Alerts: What to Check Before Leaving
Temporary work around Broadway Junction and local road closures can alter Q24 stops. The route’s ordinary stop list may remain visible even when a same-day detour requires boarding at another intersection.
Recent Broadway Junction Stop-Closure Example
A dated MTA notice for October 31–November 1, 2026 described an eastbound Q24 stop closure at Van Sinderen Avenue/Fulton Street during track maintenance. The notice directed riders to Broadway/Hull Street or a temporary stop on Fulton Street/Van Sinderen Avenue.
How to Check a New Q24 Alert
- Open MTA service alerts.
- Look for bus alerts and Route Q24.
- Read the alert’s active dates and hours.
- Check whether it applies toward Jamaica or Brooklyn.
- Identify any skipped stop IDs.
- Find the agency-listed replacement stop.
- Recheck Bus Time because GPS predictions can be less accurate during detours.
Is the Q24 Wheelchair Accessible?
MTA local buses are equipped for accessible boarding, including low-floor buses and front-door ramps. However, the condition and location of an individual bus stop still matter.
Accessible Transfer Planning at Broadway Junction
Broadway Junction connects several subway lines, but accessibility differs by entrance and transfer path. Do not assume that every subway platform or connection can be reached without stairs. Verify current elevator access in the MTA app or official station accessibility information before leaving.
Accessible Journey Checklist
- Find the correct Q24 boarding stop.
- Confirm the pedestrian path is accessible.
- Check whether any temporary stop relocation is active.
- Review the accessibility of your intended subway transfer.
- Prepare your reduced-fare payment method if eligible.
- Allow extra travel time for boarding assistance or accessible station access.
Open MTA accessibility information and rider assistance.
Access-A-Ride: Paratransit eligibility and reservations are separate from fixed-route Q24 service. Riders who cannot use accessible buses or subways for qualifying reasons may review MTA Access-A-Ride eligibility and service rules.
Q24 Bus Tips That Save Time in Jamaica and Brooklyn
Use the exact stop near Archer Avenue, Sutphin Boulevard or the Parsons Boulevard terminal area. Several MTA routes operate close together, and “Jamaica” is not a precise boarding location.
Check whether the arriving Q24 continues toward Patchen Avenue or ends at Broadway Junction. This matters if your destination is farther west along Broadway.
Traffic can add time, especially near major intersections and transfer corridors. If you must catch a train or reach an appointment, plan extra time rather than relying on a scheduled minute alone.
Service continues overnight, but waits can be considerably longer than daytime. Check the next bus before walking to the stop, and use a safe, well-lit waiting location.
How Early Should You Arrive?
A practical planning allowance is around 5–10 minutes before a normal scheduled Q24 departure. Consider 10–15 minutes for an unfamiliar stop, important transfer, mobility-accessibility need or overnight trip.
Q24 Official Schedule, Stops, Fare and Map Resources
Find the official Q24 timetable and confirm the current effective date, direction and service-day tables.
Open MTA Q24 scheduleAn MTA-indexed Q24 timetable document contains weekday and weekend timepoints. Verify its effective date and route title before relying on the PDF.
Check the Q24 timetable documentCheck Q24 vehicle tracking, destination headsigns, stop IDs and arriving buses.
Open live MTA Bus TimeReview the August 31, 2025 changes affecting the Q24 Jamaica turnaround and stop spacing.
View Queens bus changesVerify the $3 base fare, eligible transfers, reduced fares and the seven-day fare cap.
Open OMNY fare informationLearn about accepted cards, mobile wallets, OMNY Card purchasing and reloading.
Read OMNY payment instructionsCheck current Q24 construction notices, temporary stop closures and detours.
Check MTA bus alertsReview accessible buses, subway-station access and travel-assistance information.
Open MTA accessibility resourcesIndependent-site disclosure: BusSchedule.us does not operate MTA buses, control arrival predictions, issue official fares or manage service disruptions. This article is an independent public transportation guide.
Q24 Bus Boarding Checklist
- Confirm Q24 is the route you need.
- Choose Jamaica-bound or Brooklyn-bound travel.
- Check whether the bus ends at Broadway Junction.
- Use the correct weekday or weekend timetable.
- Find your exact active stop ID.
- Check for Queens redesign stop changes.
- Prepare an accepted fare payment method.
- Use the same OMNY card or device for eligible transfers.
- Check MTA Bus Time shortly before leaving.
- Review active detours and accessibility notices.
- Allow extra time for subway or rail connections.
- Verify your return stop and overnight waiting time.
Q24 Bus Schedule FAQs
1. What is the Q24 bus schedule?
The MTA Q24 is a 24-hour local bus route connecting Jamaica, Queens, and Bedford-Stuyvesant/Bushwick, Brooklyn, primarily via Atlantic Avenue and Broadway. Use MTA Bus Time for stop-specific departures and current arrivals.
2. Does the Q24 bus run 24 hours?
Yes. The Q24 operates 24 hours a day on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Overnight buses are less frequent than daytime services, and some trips may have shorter destinations.
3. How often does the Q24 bus come?
The Q24 can run approximately every 7–15 minutes during many busy weekday periods, with longer intervals during evenings, Sundays and overnight. Actual intervals depend on the stop, direction and trip pattern.
4. How much is the Q24 bus fare in 2026?
The standard MTA local bus fare is $3.00. Qualifying Reduced-Fare riders pay $1.50. OMNY also offers a $35 seven-day full-fare cap and a $17.50 eligible Reduced-Fare cap.
5. Does the Q24 stop at Broadway Junction?
Yes. The Q24 serves the Broadway Junction area, where passengers can connect with subway services. Some Q24 trips terminate at Broadway Junction rather than continuing to Bedford-Stuyvesant.
6. Does the Q24 go to JFK Airport?
No. The Q24 does not operate directly to JFK airport terminals. It serves the Jamaica area, where riders can make connections toward AirTrain JFK or other airport transportation.
7. Where does the Q24 bus end in Jamaica?
The 2025 Queens redesign revised the Jamaica turnaround to use Archer Avenue in both directions and identified the 88th Avenue/Parsons Boulevard terminal area. Check the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.
8. How do I track the Q24 bus live?
Open MTA Bus Time, search Q24, select the correct destination direction and choose your stop. Review approaching buses, scheduled arrivals and service alerts, then refresh before leaving.
9. Is the Q24 bus wheelchair accessible?
MTA local buses provide accessible boarding equipment, including ramps and wheelchair areas. Riders should also verify the accessibility of their exact stop, sidewalk and intended subway transfer.
10. What changed on the Q24 after the Queens Bus Network Redesign?
Changes effective August 31, 2025 included the Jamaica turnaround adjustment and removal of some Queens stops. Most of the main Q24 corridor remained in place. Always use the current stop list instead of an older map or timetable screenshot.