Q10 at a Glance: Kew Gardens to JFK AirTrain
The Q10 bus is an MTA Bus Company route connecting Kew Gardens in Queens with the Lefferts Blvd AirTrain JFK Station. The current Q10/Q80 timetable is effective April 12, 2026.
The biggest detail to know is that the Q10 is now a Rush limited-stop service. Riders needing local stops along much of Lefferts Boulevard should also check the Q80.
What Riders Need to Know Before Taking the Q10
The Q10 runs between Kew Gardens Rd/80 Rd and Lefferts Blvd/AirTrain Station. It operates around the clock and follows Lefferts Boulevard before using Rockaway Boulevard and 130th Street on the airport end of the route.
The Q10 does not drive directly to JFK passenger terminals. Airport passengers get off at Lefferts Blvd AirTrain Station and continue to the terminals on AirTrain JFK.
Q10 Rider Guide
Q10 vs Q80: Do Not Use the Wrong Bus
The Queens Bus Network Redesign changed how service works on this corridor. The old Q10 Limited designation was discontinued. Current Q10 trips make the route’s designated Rush stops, while the newer Q80 provides local service along the Lefferts Boulevard corridor.
Kew Gardens ↔ JFK AirTrain
Best for riders traveling longer distances along the corridor, particularly between Kew Gardens, major transfer points, South Ozone Park and the JFK AirTrain connection.
- Rush / limited-stop pattern
- Serves Rockaway Blvd and 130 St airport-side routing
- Terminates at Lefferts Blvd AirTrain Station
- Runs 24 hours
Local Lefferts Boulevard Service
Use Q80 when the nearest Lefferts Boulevard stop is not served by the Q10 Rush stopping pattern.
- Local service
- Shares much of the Kew Gardens/JFK corridor
- Current MTA timetable combines Q10 and Q80
- Check the number on the bus before boarding
Q10 Bus Schedule and Service Hours
The official Q10/Q80 timetable is effective April 12, 2026. The Q10 runs 24 hours a day, so there is not a normal daily “first bus” or “last bus” in the way there is on routes that shut down overnight.
| Service period | Typical Q10 planning pattern | What riders should do |
|---|---|---|
| Overnight | Service continues overnight; intervals are much wider than daytime. | Check the exact departure before leaving because missing one bus can mean a long wait. |
| Early morning | Service gradually becomes more frequent approaching the morning peak. | Airport workers and early-flight passengers should use MTA Bus Time. |
| AM peak | Q10 Rush trips are frequent, with the redesign frequency guide around every 8 minutes in the peak direction. | Confirm whether Q10 or Q80 best serves your stop. |
| Midday / PM peak | Often roughly every 9–10 minutes in the busiest periods. | Traffic may make live arrival more useful than the printed schedule. |
| Late evening | Frequency reduces as the route transitions toward overnight service. | Recheck your exact stop instead of assuming daytime frequency. |
Stops Used in the Official Q10 Timetable
The printed timetable does not list every stop. Instead, MTA uses major timepoints. Your actual stop may fall between these locations.
| Toward JFK AirTrain | Why this timepoint matters |
|---|---|
| Kew Gardens Rd / 80 Rd | North end of Q10 service and major Queens transit connection. |
| Lefferts Blvd / Jamaica Av | Important Jamaica Avenue / J-Z corridor transfer area. |
| Lefferts Blvd / Liberty Av | Connection area for the A subway at Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd. |
| Lefferts Blvd / 115 Av | Major South Ozone Park timepoint. |
| 134 St / 149 Av | Airport-side timepoint before the AirTrain terminal. |
| Lefferts Blvd / AirTrain Station | Q10 terminal and transfer to free on-airport AirTrain. |
Q10 Major Stops From Kew Gardens to JFK AirTrain
MTA Bus Time currently shows the Q10 using the Lefferts Boulevard, Rockaway Boulevard, 130th Street and 134th Street corridor before reaching Lefferts Blvd AirTrain Station.
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Useful Q10 Connections Along the Route
Q10 Bus Fare: $3.00
Q10 is a regular MTA rush bus, not an express-fare bus. The current base fare for local, limited, rush and Select Bus Service buses is $3.00.
Tap at the front door with an accepted OMNY payment method.
Seniors 65+ and qualifying riders with disabilities may receive half fare.
One subway-to-bus, bus-to-subway or bus-to-bus transfer is included within two hours.
Use the same card, OMNY Card or device so rides count toward the fare cap.
How to Reach a JFK Terminal From the Q10
The Q10 terminal is at Lefferts Blvd AirTrain Station. You still need to transfer to AirTrain for the passenger terminals.
How to Track the Q10 Bus Live
A printed schedule tells you when the Q10 is planned to arrive. MTA Bus Time uses real-time bus-location information to show estimated arrivals and vehicle locations.
Use MTA’s official Bus Time website or MTA App.
Enter Q10 rather than relying on an old saved route page.
Choose JFK Airport or Kew Gardens.
Use the intersection or 6-digit bus stop code.
Look again just before leaving because predictions can change.
Scheduled Time Is Not the Same as Live Arrival
Q10 and JFK Travel Alerts
Bus conditions can change because of construction, special events, street closures, weather or airport-area traffic. Use the MTA App or Bus Time for same-day Q10 status.
JFK Airport currently lists full AirTrain system disruptions overnight from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM on:
- October 5 into October 6
- October 6 into October 7
- October 13 into October 14
- October 14 into October 15
JFK says free replacement shuttle buses will operate during these periods. If you are using Q10 for an overnight flight, allow additional airport-transfer time.
Q10 Holiday Service Rules
| Holiday | Schedule used |
|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Sunday schedule |
| Memorial Day | Sunday schedule |
| Independence Day | Saturday schedule |
| Labor Day | Sunday schedule |
| Thanksgiving Day | Sunday schedule |
| Christmas Day | Sunday schedule |
| Presidents Day | Saturday schedule |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day / selected special days | Reduced weekday schedule where published by MTA |
Q10 Accessibility Information
Lefferts Blvd AirTrain Station Map
The most important location for airport-bound Q10 riders is JFK Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain Station. This is where the bus trip ends and the airport rail connection begins.
- Q10 terminates at the AirTrain station, not your airline terminal.
- Follow airport signs from the bus to the AirTrain platform.
- Check your airline terminal before boarding.
- Allow extra time during JFK construction.
- Check AirTrain alerts as well as Q10 alerts.
- Do not confuse Lefferts AirTrain with Howard Beach AirTrain.
Practical Q10 Tips for JFK Travelers
Q10 Boarding Checklist
- Confirm that Q10 — not Q80 — serves your exact stop.
- Check the current April 12, 2026 timetable.
- Select JFK Airport or Kew Gardens direction in Bus Time.
- Look at the destination sign before boarding.
- Use the same OMNY card/device for a free transfer.
- Check AirTrain service if continuing to a JFK terminal.
- Allow extra time for luggage and airport construction.
- Arrive 5–10 minutes before the scheduled bus when practical.
- For overnight travel, confirm the exact departure first.
- Recheck live arrival shortly before leaving.
Q10 Official Schedule, Tracker, Fare and Airport Links
Current official timetable with weekday, Saturday, Sunday, holiday, route and service-change information.
Open Q10/Q80 ScheduleUse for Q10 live vehicle locations, estimated arrivals, direction and stop lookup.
Open MTA Bus TimeCurrent $3 base fare, OMNY, fare cap, transfer, reduced-fare, cash and child-fare information.
Open MTA Fare GuideTerminal service, airport navigation, AirTrain payment rules, accessibility and current airport information.
Open AirTrain GuideCheck airport construction, AirTrain disruptions and other time-sensitive terminal transportation changes.
Open JFK AlertsInformation for eligible riders who need paratransit rather than fixed-route Q10 bus service.
Open Access-A-RideQ10 Bus Schedule FAQs
Does the Q10 bus go to JFK Airport?
Yes. Q10 connects Kew Gardens with JFK Airport’s Lefferts Blvd AirTrain Station. It does not directly serve the passenger terminal curbs; transfer to AirTrain at Lefferts for the terminals.
Does the Q10 bus run 24 hours?
Yes. The current MTA Q10 service plan operates 24 hours on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Overnight service is less frequent than daytime service.
How much is the Q10 bus fare?
The current MTA base fare for rush buses such as Q10 is $3.00 for most riders. Eligible reduced-fare riders pay half the regular fare.
What is the difference between Q10 and Q80?
Q10 operates as Rush service making designated stops, while Q80 provides local service along the corridor. The current MTA timetable combines both routes.
Where does Q10 start in Kew Gardens?
The official schedule uses Kew Gardens Rd/80 Rd as the Kew Gardens terminal timepoint.
Where does Q10 end at JFK?
Q10 terminates at Lefferts Blvd AirTrain Station. From there, riders can transfer to AirTrain for JFK passenger terminals.
How long does the Q10 take from Kew Gardens to JFK AirTrain?
Current scheduled timepoint examples generally indicate about 35–45 minutes end to end. Actual time can be longer because of traffic, boarding delays, weather or detours.
How do I track a Q10 bus live?
Open official MTA Bus Time, search Q10, choose JFK Airport or Kew Gardens direction, then select your stop to view estimated arrivals and vehicle locations.
Is AirTrain free when transferring from Q10 at Lefferts Boulevard?
The Lefferts Boulevard-to-terminal AirTrain trip is within the airport and is free. The $8.75 AirTrain fare applies at Jamaica and Howard Beach fare-entry points.
What schedule does Q10 use on holidays?
MTA lists Sunday schedules for several major holidays including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas, while Independence Day and Presidents Day use a Saturday schedule. Always verify the specific holiday before traveling.