Route B15 Bus Schedule: Times, Stops & Map

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Route B15 Bus Schedule: Times, Stops & Map

The MTA B15 bus operates 24 hours a day between Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, and the Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain station at JFK Airport. Its route runs through Marcus Garvey Boulevard, Crown Heights, Brownsville, East New York, New Lots Avenue and Linden Boulevard.

The regular local bus fare is $3.00. At the JFK end, passengers transfer to the free on-airport AirTrain to reach their airline terminal. The B15 itself does not stop at every JFK passenger terminal.

Below are verified weekday departure examples, weekend frequency guidance, major stops, current detours, fare and transfer rules, accessible boarding advice and micro-steps for checking your exact bus arrival.

B15 Bus Times JFK Airport Guide Stops & Map Track B15 Live
Operator MTA New York City Transit
Service hours 24 hours, 7 days
Adult fare $3.00
JFK connection Lefferts AirTrain
Reviewed October 30, 2026
B15 quick answer

What Time Does the B15 Bus Run?

The MTA B15 operates around the clock, including weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays and overnight hours. Unlike a route that shuts down each evening, it has departures on both sides of midnight.

Weekday daytime frequency ≈8–10 min Many busy daytime periods have frequent scheduled departures.
Overnight service 24 hours Runs through the night, with generally wider gaps.
Typical full-route journey ≈1 hour Scheduled running time varies by trip, traffic and direction.
Why isn’t there one simple first or last bus? Because B15 service continues overnight. A published timetable may begin its service-day listing at a particular early-morning hour, but that does not mean buses stop operating immediately before it. Choose the date, direction and stop to see the correct sequence of departures.

To check the actual next bus, open MTA Bus Time for Route B15, choose JFK Airport or Bed-Stuy Woodhull Hospital, then select your exact stop.

B15 Bus Rider Guide

Selected scheduled departures

B15 Bus Schedule: Brooklyn to JFK Airport

The following weekday examples follow individual B15 trips from Marcus Garvey Boulevard/Broadway toward Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station. They are based on MTA GTFS schedule data available for the 2026–2027 service period.

The examples are particularly useful for early-morning airport workers and passengers traveling before the usual daytime rush.

Major timepoint Trip 1 Trip 2 Trip 3 Trip 4
Marcus Garvey Blvd / Broadway 1:45 AM 2:00 AM 2:15 AM 2:30 AM
Marcus Garvey Blvd / Fulton St 1:55 AM 2:10 AM 2:25 AM 2:40 AM
Saint Johns Pl / Ralph Ave 2:04 AM 2:19 AM 2:34 AM 2:49 AM
Hegeman Ave / Rockaway Ave 2:14 AM 2:29 AM 2:44 AM 2:59 AM
New Lots Ave / Pennsylvania Ave 2:19 AM 2:34 AM 2:49 AM 3:04 AM
New Lots Ave / Cleveland St 2:23 AM 2:38 AM 2:53 AM 3:08 AM
Linden Blvd / Eldert Ln 2:29 AM 2:44 AM 2:59 AM 3:14 AM
Lefferts Blvd / AirTrain Station 2:37 AM 2:52 AM 3:07 AM 3:22 AM

Selected scheduled GTFS trip examples, not live predictions. Check the current MTA schedule and stop-specific arrivals for your date. Timepoints and actual stop arrival times can change when the MTA updates its service data.

How Long Does the B15 Take to JFK?

Bed-Stuy to Lefferts AirTrain 52 min Example trip: 1:45–2:37 AM.
Ralph Avenue to Lefferts 33 min Example trip: 2:04–2:37 AM.
New Lots / Pennsylvania to Lefferts 18 min Example trip: 2:19–2:37 AM.

These are scheduled durations for one overnight bus. Daytime trips may take longer due to traffic, passenger boarding and congestion on Brooklyn streets.

Airport travel-time warning Your bus travel time is not the same as your total time to reach the airline check-in area. Add the AirTrain ride, platform waiting time, the walk to your terminal, airport security time and the airline’s required check-in buffer.

How to Read the Timetable Correctly

  1. Choose a trip column rather than mixing times from different buses.
  2. Locate your boarding stop in that same column.
  3. Read down to the destination time.
  4. Allow extra time for delays and the JFK AirTrain transfer.
  5. Check live B15 arrivals before walking to your stop.
Operating frequency

B15 Weekday, Saturday, Sunday and Overnight Service

The B15 runs throughout the week, but service frequency changes by time of day. The published MTA feed provides frequent daytime departures and generally wider overnight intervals.

Service period Typical frequency Rider advice
Weekday morning rush About 8–10 minutes Check your actual stop because the schedule may contain closely spaced or delayed buses.
Weekday midday Around 8 minutes in many periods Check MTA Bus Time rather than assuming buses arrive exactly every eight minutes.
Weekday evening Often about 10–15 minutes Allow more waiting time after the busiest daytime service.
Late night / early morning Often 15–30 minutes Check the specific departure and reach the stop early.
Saturday and Sunday Frequent daytime service; wider overnight gaps Use the matching Saturday or Sunday schedule, not a saved weekday timetable.
24-hour service does not mean a bus every few minutes all night. Overnight trips can have longer intervals. If you are catching an early flight or reporting for an airport shift, check a specific scheduled bus rather than depending on a general frequency estimate.

B15 Holiday Bus Schedule

The MTA may use Sunday, Saturday or modified weekday schedules on major holidays. The applicable pattern depends on the holiday and any special service notices.

To check a holiday:

  1. Open the MTA’s official bus schedule directory.
  2. Choose Brooklyn bus schedules.
  3. Find B15.
  4. Read the holiday notes in the current timetable.
  5. Check service alerts for temporary changes.
JFK Airport passenger guide

Does the B15 Bus Go Directly to JFK Airport Terminals?

No. The B15 finishes at Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station, not directly at every passenger terminal. From Lefferts Boulevard, passengers transfer to AirTrain JFK to reach the appropriate terminal.

This distinction matters for travelers carrying luggage, passengers using mobility devices and anyone calculating their airport arrival time.

B15
MTA B15 Bus Ride toward JFK Airport and exit at Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station.
TRAIN
AirTrain JFK Enter the station and follow the signs for the appropriate terminal train.
JFK
Your Terminal Exit at the airline terminal and follow signs to check-in or arrivals.

How Much Is AirTrain from Lefferts Boulevard?

B15 local bus fare $3.00 Standard adult MTA fare.
Lefferts → JFK terminal AirTrain Free On-airport AirTrain connection.
Jamaica / Howard Beach AirTrain fare $8.75 Separate off-airport AirTrain fare where applicable.
Useful airport fare difference Riding AirTrain between Lefferts Boulevard and the JFK terminal area does not require the separate Jamaica or Howard Beach AirTrain entry fare. For a regular adult starting on B15 and making only that free on-airport AirTrain connection, the basic transit fare is the $3 bus ride.

The Port Authority reports that AirTrain travel from Lefferts Boulevard to airport terminals takes approximately eight minutes, with the actual trip depending on the terminal and service conditions.

Source: JFK Airport official AirTrain information.

Step-by-Step: B15 to Your JFK Terminal

  1. Find a B15 stop serving the JFK Airport direction.
  2. Check the bus headsign for JFK Airport.
  3. Pay the regular local bus fare when boarding.
  4. Ride to Lefferts Blvd/AirTrain Station.
  5. Exit the bus and follow signs to the AirTrain station.
  6. Check the AirTrain destination display and airport terminal notices.
  7. Board the correct AirTrain service toward the passenger terminals.
  8. Exit at your airline’s operating terminal.
  9. Follow signs for departures, arrivals, baggage claim or check-in.

How Early Should You Leave for JFK?

Calculate your departure time using the entire trip, not just the bus timetable. Add your walk to the bus stop, possible waiting time, the scheduled B15 ride, AirTrain waiting and travel, walking inside the airport, and your airline’s check-in/security requirements.

Airport construction in 2026 JFK’s redevelopment program continues to affect some airport roads, pickup arrangements and terminal access. Check the airport’s official transportation and construction alerts before traveling, particularly if you have limited mobility or heavy luggage.

Check current JFK Airport construction and AirTrain advisories.

Bus stops and route map

B15 Bus Stops: Bedford-Stuyvesant to JFK AirTrain

The B15 travels through multiple Brooklyn neighborhoods before reaching the airport. Its two directions can use different streets, so the return stop is not always directly across from the outbound stop.

JFK-bound travel corridor — simplified route
1 Marcus Garvey / Broadway
2 Fulton / Albany
3 Saint Johns / Ralph
4 Hegeman / Rockaway
5 New Lots / Linden
6 Lefferts AirTrain

This diagram represents broad route progression only. It is not a street-accurate map and does not display every intermediate stop.

Selected JFK-Bound Stops in Travel Order

  1. Marcus Garvey Boulevard & Broadway
  2. Marcus Garvey Boulevard & Myrtle Avenue
  3. Marcus Garvey Boulevard & DeKalb Avenue
  4. Marcus Garvey Boulevard & Gates Avenue
  5. Marcus Garvey Boulevard & Halsey Street
  6. Marcus Garvey Boulevard & Fulton Street
  7. Albany Avenue & Fulton Street
  8. Dean Street & Utica Avenue
  9. Saint Johns Place & Ralph Avenue
  10. Ralph Avenue & Sutter Avenue
  11. East 98th Street & Church Avenue
  12. Hegeman Avenue & Rockaway Avenue
  13. New Lots Avenue & Van Sinderen Avenue
  14. New Lots Avenue & Pennsylvania Avenue
  15. New Lots Avenue & Cleveland Street
  16. Linden Boulevard & Fountain Avenue area
  17. Linden Boulevard & Euclid Avenue
  18. Linden Boulevard & Eldert Lane
  19. Linden Boulevard & 78th Street area
  20. Lefferts Boulevard & AirTrain Station

B15 Toward Bedford-Stuyvesant

The Bedford-Stuyvesant-bound bus begins at Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station and returns through East New York, Brownsville, Crown Heights and Bed-Stuy. The MTA Bus Time destination is BED-STUY WOODHULL HOSPITAL.

Some return-direction streets differ from the JFK-bound pattern, including sections near Troy Street, Lewis Avenue and Marcus Garvey Boulevard.

JFK end Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station. Match the bus headsign for Bed-Stuy.
Central Brooklyn New Lots Avenue, Hegeman Avenue, East 98th Street and Ralph Avenue corridors.
Bed-Stuy end Marcus Garvey Boulevard/Broadway area, with direction-specific approach streets.

How to Find the Exact B15 Stop on a Map

  1. Open MTA Bus Time for B15.
  2. Choose JFK Airport or Bed-Stuy Woodhull Hospital.
  3. Find your street intersection in the stop list.
  4. Open the stop details or map where supported.
  5. Check the six-digit MTA bus stop code on the physical sign.
  6. Confirm that the bus direction matches your destination.
  7. Review temporary stop closures before walking to the stop.

For riders unfamiliar with Brooklyn streets, our Google Maps bus-stop and transit directions guide explains how to view walking routes, select transit mode and check which side of the street to board from. Use the MTA’s current stop notices for final confirmation.

Important direction difference

B15 Toward JFK Airport vs Toward Bed-Stuy

B15 to JFK Airport

Look for the headsign: JFK AIRPORT.

Main destination: Lefferts Blvd/AirTrain Station.

Useful for: Brooklyn-to-airport journeys, airport employees and onward AirTrain connections.

Important: The bus does not stop at every airline terminal.

B15 to Bed-Stuy Woodhull Hospital

Look for the headsign: BED-STUY WOODHULL HOSPITAL.

Main destination: Bedford-Stuyvesant / Marcus Garvey Boulevard area.

Useful for: JFK AirTrain-to-Brooklyn trips and local neighborhood travel.

Important: The return route uses some different streets.

Do not board using only the route number. Both directions display B15. Read the destination text on the front of the bus and confirm the stop in MTA Bus Time.
Current and upcoming service notices

B15 Bus Detours and Closed Stops: October 2026

Service alerts matter because the B15 travels through residential streets and construction areas. Even when the route operates, a temporary diversion may make a familiar stop unavailable.

Westbound Linden Boulevard/Crescent Street stop closed MTA Bus Time reports the Bed-Stuy-bound B15 stop at Linden Boulevard/Crescent Street closed due to roadwork.

The agency identifies these nearby alternatives:

  • Linden Boulevard/Autumn Avenue
  • Linden Boulevard/Euclid Avenue

Verify that the closure is still active before traveling.

Planned Saturday detour: October 31, 2026 A published MTA-derived alert announces a JFK-bound B15 detour from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM on October 31, affecting the Marcus Garvey Boulevard segment between Halsey Street and Fulton Street.

The reported skipped stops include:

  • Marcus Garvey Boulevard/Macdonough Street
  • Marcus Garvey Boulevard/Fulton Street

The alert describes a diversion using Tompkins Avenue, with regular service resuming near Albany Avenue/Fulton Street. Check MTA Bus Time for confirmation before departure.

Micro-Steps for Checking a B15 Detour

  1. Open the official B15 Bus Time page.
  2. Read any service alerts at the top of the route.
  3. Check the dates, times and affected direction.
  4. Find your normal boarding stop in the skipped-stop list.
  5. Identify the replacement stop named by MTA.
  6. Compare it with the physical stop signs and safe pedestrian routes.
  7. Recheck before leaving because arrival predictions may be less accurate during detours.

The October 31 notice is a dated planned event. Do not retain it as an active alert after its scheduled period without checking newer MTA information.

Official MTA fare information

How Much Is the B15 Bus Fare in 2026?

The B15 is a regular New York City local bus. It uses the MTA’s standard local bus fare rather than an airport express-bus surcharge.

Standard adult fare $3.00 Per local bus ride.
Reduced fare $1.50 For eligible seniors and qualifying riders with disabilities.
OMNY 7-day cap $35 Eligible subway and local bus rides with consistent payment.
Lefferts AirTrain transfer Free On-airport travel to JFK terminals.

How to Pay on the B15

Contactless bank card Tap an eligible credit or debit card on the OMNY reader when boarding.
Phone or smartwatch Use a supported digital wallet. Use the same device for the entire trip and eligible transfers.
OMNY Card Load money at an eligible machine or retailer and tap the OMNY reader at the front door.

For most riders, MTA’s regular local bus fare is $3.00. Eligible reduced-fare riders pay half the regular amount under MTA rules.

Do B15 Transfers Cost Extra?

MTA generally provides one eligible free transfer within two hours of paying the fare, including bus-to-bus, bus-to-subway and subway-to-bus connections. Use the same OMNY card or device for both rides.

Fare cap tip OMNY’s seven-day fare cap can help frequent riders. To receive applicable fare-capping benefits, keep using the same payment card or digital device instead of switching between different payment methods.

Can You Still Pay with Coins or MetroCard?

As of the current MTA fare guidance reviewed in October 2026, exact-change coins and remaining valid MetroCards are still accepted on local buses. New MetroCard sales and refills ended January 1, 2026.

MTA has announced that MetroCard and onboard coin acceptance will end together during the OMNY transition, with the final acceptance date to be announced. Check the current policy before relying on either method.

Open the official MTA subway and local bus fare guide.

For more about OMNY, Brooklyn bus routes, transfers, stop codes and reduced-fare eligibility, our New York City MTA bus schedule and fare guide explains the full five-borough transit system.

Real-time B15 arrivals

How to Track the B15 Bus Live

MTA Bus Time provides stop-based predictions using available vehicle information. It is more useful than a static timetable when roadwork, traffic or crowded stops affect the bus.

1 Open MTA Bus Time Start with the official B15 route.
2 Choose direction JFK Airport or Bed-Stuy.
3 Select your stop Match the intersection or code.
4 Read arrival Check minutes away and distance.
5 Check alerts Recheck for closures and detours.

Open MTA B15 Bus Time.

How to Use an MTA Six-Digit Stop Code

  1. Look at the bus-stop sign or official Bus Time stop details.
  2. Find the six-digit stop code.
  3. Open MTA Bus Time.
  4. Search for that stop code.
  5. Confirm the stop name and direction.
  6. Read the approaching B15 buses.
  7. Check the destination sign before boarding.

Can You Check B15 by SMS?

MTA provides an SMS service for stop arrivals. When supported at your stop, text the six-digit stop code to 511123 and follow the returned instructions.

Scheduled vs real-time difference A scheduled departure is a planned time. A real-time prediction can change due to traffic, vehicle position, detours, passenger boarding or dispatching. A missing prediction does not always mean the entire route is canceled.
Subway and transfer planning

B15 Subway Connections and Nearby Transit

The B15 serves several Brooklyn corridors with access to the subway network, but not every subway station is immediately outside a B15 stop. Confirm the walking route and station entrance in a trip planner.

Bedford-Stuyvesant Connections with nearby J, M and C subway corridors depending on your boarding location.
Crown Heights / Brownsville Nearby 3 train stations and local bus transfers around Ralph Avenue and adjacent streets.
East New York Access to nearby L and 3 train corridors, plus other Brooklyn bus connections.

Which Is Better: B15 or Subway to JFK?

For travelers starting directly on the B15 corridor in Bed-Stuy, Brownsville or East New York, the bus can provide a convenient airport connection without first traveling to Jamaica or Howard Beach.

Passengers starting elsewhere may prefer the A subway to Howard Beach or the E/J/Z and LIRR connections to Jamaica, depending on their location, cost, travel time and luggage.

Do not compare only the bus fare. A subway-to-AirTrain trip via Jamaica or Howard Beach can involve a separate AirTrain fare, while the Lefferts Boulevard on-airport AirTrain connection is free. Compare the complete route, fare and walking time before choosing.
Related JFK Airport services

B15 vs Q3 vs Q10: Which Bus Should You Take?

The B15 is not the only local MTA bus serving the JFK area. The best route depends on your starting neighborhood.

B15 — Brooklyn

Best for Bed-Stuy, Crown Heights, Brownsville and East New York.

Airport connection: Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station.

Service: 24 hours.

Q3 — Jamaica and Farmers Blvd

Best for Jamaica, Hollis, St. Albans, Springfield Gardens and selected JFK airport areas.

Airport connection: JFK Terminal 8 area and Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station according to route direction.

Service: 24 hours.

Q10 — Kew Gardens

Best for Kew Gardens, Lefferts Boulevard and South Ozone Park.

Airport connection: Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station.

Service: 24 hours; Q10 Rush and Q80 local stopping patterns differ.

When to Choose Q3 Instead of B15

Travelers starting in Jamaica, Hollis, St. Albans or Springfield Gardens can compare the Q3 JFK Airport bus timetable and Terminal 8 boarding guide. It explains the Farmers Boulevard route, the Jamaica terminal, airport stops, fares and overnight service.

When to Choose Q10 Instead of B15

If your journey starts in Kew Gardens or along Lefferts Boulevard, use our Q10 bus schedule with JFK AirTrain and Q80 transfer details. The Q10 and Q80 now have different stopping patterns, so checking the correct bus is particularly important.

Useful choice B15 is the Brooklyn corridor option, Q3 is useful for Jamaica and Farmers Boulevard, and Q10/Q80 serve the Kew Gardens–Lefferts Boulevard corridor. Select your route based on your actual origin, not just which bus name includes JFK.
Accessibility and disability support

B15 Wheelchair Access, Reduced Fares and Airport Mobility

MTA’s local bus network provides accessible vehicles. Riders should still verify the exact bus stop, boarding area and any airport or AirTrain accessibility disruptions.

Wheelchair boarding Request ramp or boarding assistance where needed. Use the designated mobility-device area and securement arrangements.
Reduced fares Eligible seniors and riders with qualifying disabilities may use the MTA reduced-fare program.
AirTrain station access Check elevator status, station access routes, construction notices and the walk from Lefferts Boulevard to the AirTrain platform.

Accessible Journey Micro-Steps

  1. Find the B15 stop nearest your starting point.
  2. Check whether the sidewalk and boarding space are accessible.
  3. Open MTA Bus Time and review any stop relocation.
  4. Confirm reduced-fare payment credentials if applicable.
  5. Allow additional time for ramp deployment and boarding.
  6. Check JFK AirTrain accessibility notices before your airport trip.
  7. Identify the correct AirTrain station and terminal access route.
  8. Contact the operator if a lift, elevator or route disruption prevents an accessible transfer.
Disability-focused reminder An accessible bus is only part of the journey. A closed sidewalk, relocated stop, nonworking elevator or construction barrier may prevent access to the boarding point or AirTrain platform.

For MTA disability support and accessible trip planning, use the official MTA accessibility resources.

Practical airport travel tips

Taking the B15 with Luggage or for an Early Flight

The B15 is an ordinary local bus, not a dedicated luggage-coach service. Airport passengers should account for local boarding conditions, limited aisle space, crowded periods and the additional transfer to AirTrain.

Traveling with luggage Keep bags manageable, avoid blocking the aisle or bus doors, and make sure you can safely board and exit with your belongings.
Airport staff travel Check your shift start time, then work backward from the AirTrain station and the correct airport building or terminal.
Early morning flights Use a specific overnight departure rather than an average frequency estimate. Add extra time for the AirTrain and airport procedures.
Returning from JFK Take AirTrain to Lefferts Boulevard, locate the Bed-Stuy-bound B15 stop, and check live arrivals before leaving the station area.

Airport Departure Checklist

  • Check the airline’s operating terminal.
  • Confirm your B15 boarding stop.
  • Check the correct day and overnight departure.
  • Prepare OMNY payment.
  • Allow time for Lefferts AirTrain transfer.
  • Check airport redevelopment advisories.
  • Allow extra luggage-handling time.
  • Follow the airline’s check-in and boarding requirements.
Passenger troubleshooting

B15 Bus Problems and What to Do

The B15 bus is late.

Open MTA Bus Time, confirm your stop and direction, and compare the predicted arrival with the published schedule. Check for detours or construction.

The normal stop is closed.

Read the official stop alert and locate the specific replacement stop. Do not assume a nearby stop on the same road serves the same direction.

The bus says Woodhull Hospital.

That is the Bed-Stuy-bound direction, not the JFK-bound direction. Check the destination sign before boarding.

The bus does not enter my JFK terminal.

That is expected. Get off at Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station and use the on-airport AirTrain to reach your terminal.

The timetable differs from a saved PDF.

Check the PDF’s effective date and whether the route has changed. Use current MTA Bus Time, the MTA App and official schedule information for the final trip check.

OMNY does not accept my card.

Try another eligible contactless payment method or a funded OMNY Card. Follow the current fare rules and seek MTA assistance if the problem continues.

Official schedule walkthrough

How to Check the B15 Bus Schedule Online

  1. Open MTA Bus Time. Visit the official B15 route finder.
  2. Confirm the route. Look for B15 Bedford Stuyvesant – JFK AirTrain.
  3. Select direction. Choose JFK Airport or Bed-Stuy Woodhull Hospital.
  4. Find your stop. Use the intersection, stop name or MTA stop code.
  5. Read the approaching bus information. Check the number of stops or minutes away and confirm the headsign.
  6. Check the scheduled timetable. Open the MTA schedule directory and select B15 for weekday, Saturday or Sunday planned times.
  7. Read the effective date. Do not rely on a timetable from an earlier service period.
  8. Check current service alerts. Look for a stop closure or a time-limited detour.
  9. Check payment and transfers. Confirm the fare and use the same eligible OMNY payment method for transfers.
  10. Arrive before the scheduled departure. For airport trips or nighttime departures, leave extra time for walking, waiting and possible delays.
Best practice Use the official timetable to choose a planned trip, MTA Bus Time to review a newer arrival estimate, and JFK’s website to verify airport terminal and AirTrain information.
Return trip planning

How to Return from JFK Airport to Brooklyn on the B15

The return trip is useful for airport staff, arriving passengers and anyone traveling from JFK toward Brownsville, Crown Heights or Bedford-Stuyvesant.

  1. Leave the airport terminal using the designated AirTrain entrance.
  2. Choose an AirTrain service stopping at Lefferts Boulevard.
  3. Exit at Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station.
  4. Follow signs toward the local bus boarding area.
  5. Locate the B15 stop in the Brooklyn/Bed-Stuy direction.
  6. Open MTA Bus Time and confirm the destination as Bed-Stuy Woodhull Hospital.
  7. Pay the applicable MTA bus fare when boarding.
  8. Check your exit stop and request the stop before arrival.
Return-direction warning The Bed-Stuy-bound B15 can use different streets from the airport-bound route. Do not assume that the return trip will stop across from every JFK-bound stop.
Customer service

MTA B15 Customer Support, Lost Property and Accessibility Help

MTA customer assistance

511

Call 511 for New York MTA information, service assistance and transit questions.

Official online contact

Use the MTA contact portal for questions, reports and service feedback.

MTA contact options
Lost something on B15?

Record the route, direction, date, time, boarding stop and item description before reporting the lost property.

MTA Lost and Found

Information to Keep for a Lost-Item Report

  • Route B15
  • Date and approximate time
  • Direction of travel
  • Boarding stop
  • Exit stop
  • Item description
Official sources and verification

B15 Official Schedule, Bus Tracker, Fare and JFK Links

Use these sources to confirm current operating information, particularly when traveling overnight, during a temporary detour or to catch a flight.

MTA Bus Time — B15

Live route directions, stop lists, approaching buses and service alerts.

Open B15 Bus Time
MTA Bus Schedule Directory

Find the B15 timetable in the Brooklyn bus schedule section and check the latest service period.

Find official bus timetables
MTA Subway and Bus Fares

Standard fares, OMNY, reduced fares, transfers, fare capping and cash payment updates.

Open MTA fare information
JFK Airport AirTrain

Airport terminal connections, AirTrain frequency and the difference between on-airport and off-airport fares.

Official AirTrain JFK guide
JFK Airport Alerts

Airport redevelopment, roadway changes, pickup arrangements and airport transport advisories.

Check JFK current alerts
MTA Accessibility

Wheelchair boarding, accessible journeys, reduced-fare eligibility and support services.

MTA accessibility resources
Information reviewed October 30, 2026 B15 stop locations, route patterns, fare-payment policies and service alerts may change. The MTA’s current live route information and JFK’s official airport notices should be checked for the date you travel.

Independent information site: BusSchedule.us is not affiliated with MTA New York City Transit, the Port Authority or JFK Airport. It does not operate buses, control live arrival data or issue official tickets.

Frequently asked questions

B15 Bus Schedule FAQs

1. Does the B15 bus run 24 hours?

Yes. The MTA B15 operates around the clock between Bedford-Stuyvesant and JFK’s Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain station. It runs on weekdays and weekends, with different frequencies by time of day.

2. Does B15 go directly to JFK Airport terminals?

No. The B15 ends at Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station. Passengers transfer to the free on-airport AirTrain to reach the correct passenger terminal.

3. How much does the B15 bus cost?

The regular local bus fare is $3.00. Eligible seniors and riders with qualifying disabilities pay the published reduced fare of $1.50. Transfer and fare-capping rules depend on payment eligibility.

4. Is AirTrain free from Lefferts Boulevard?

Yes. The AirTrain connection between Lefferts Boulevard and the JFK terminal area is free. The separate fare applicable when entering or exiting at Jamaica or Howard Beach does not apply to this on-airport transfer.

5. How long does the B15 take from Brooklyn to JFK?

Travel time depends on the boarding stop and traffic. One published overnight scheduled trip takes 52 minutes from Marcus Garvey Boulevard/Broadway to Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station. Allow extra time for the AirTrain and airport procedures.

6. Where can I see live B15 arrivals?

Use the official MTA Bus Time website. Search for B15, select JFK Airport or Bed-Stuy Woodhull Hospital, then select your actual stop or six-digit stop code to see approaching buses.

7. Can I take the B15 from JFK Airport to Bedford-Stuyvesant?

Yes. Take AirTrain to Lefferts Boulevard Station, then board the B15 toward Bed-Stuy Woodhull Hospital. The return direction uses some different streets, so check the exact stop before boarding.

8. Does the B15 run on Saturday and Sunday?

Yes. B15 service operates seven days a week. Weekend daytime and overnight intervals may differ from weekday service. Use the correct MTA Saturday or Sunday timetable for your stop.

9. Is the B15 wheelchair accessible?

MTA provides accessible local bus service. Passengers should also check whether their exact bus stop, sidewalk, Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain station entrance and any required elevators are accessible and operating normally.

10. Is B15 better than Q3 or Q10 for JFK Airport?

It depends on your starting point. B15 is useful from Bed-Stuy, Brownsville and East New York. Q3 serves Jamaica and Farmers Boulevard, while Q10 and Q80 cover the Kew Gardens and Lefferts Boulevard corridor. Compare complete travel times and stops before choosing.

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