What we're doing
There will be weeknight and weekend service changes on the line in July and August 2025 because of signal modernization.
- On weeknights from August 4 to 15 and weekends from July 25 to August 18, 2025, trains won't run between Court Sq and Bedford-Nostrand Avs.
There will be additional weeknight and weekend service changes on the later this year. Check back here for more information.
Other service changes may also affect your trip. Check planned service changes or service status, or use the MTA app for more information.
You can also sign up for real-time service alerts and for the MTA Weekender, a newsletter sent every Friday that sends weekend service change highlights directly to your inbox.
Why we're doing it
The Crosstown Line, used by the train, still has its original signal system from when it opened over 90 years ago. This system is now past the end of its useful life. So, we're bringing a new state-of-the-art signal system using communications-based train control (CBTC) technology to the Crosstown Line. A more modern, reliable signal system means more reliable service for the 160,000 riders who take the each day.
Last summer, we partially suspended service 24/7 in three phases, which allowed us to complete early stages of the work much more quickly than working only overnight or on weekends. This summer, we'll use night and weekend closures to continue to move the project forward as we work toward our goal of fully upgrading the signal system on the Crosstown Line.
Service changes and travel alternatives
On weeknights Monday to Friday from 9:45 p.m. to 5 a.m. and weekends from 9:45 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday, trains won't run between Court Sq and Bedford-Nostrand Avs.
- For service between Court Sq and Bedford-Nostrand Avs, take free shuttle buses.
- trains will run between Bedford-Nostrand Avs and Church Av.