LIRR Increasing Service for Tuesday PM Peak
Trains Will Operate on All Branches for Wednesday Morning’s Rush Hour
See Video of LIRR “Darth Vader” Snow-clearing Train Here
As Long Island continues to dig out from Monday’s severe blizzard that paralyzed much of the New York area, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) today announced increased Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) service for Tuesday’s afternoon peak and regular weekday service for Wednesday morning’s commute with some schedule modifications.
For Tuesday afternoon: Half-hourly service has been restored on the Ronkonkoma Branch and shuttle trains continue to operate between Jamaica and Grand Central Madison. Two Babylon and one Port Washington branch train will be added for the afternoon peak.
For Wednesday morning: The LIRR will run regular service beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday morning Feb. 25, however customers can expect to see some schedule adjustments due to lingering effects of the historic blizzard, in places. Trains will provide robust service to all three New York City terminals.
LIRR crews continue to work around the clock to clear large snow drifts from 700 miles of track and multiple train yards where equipment is stored. Personnel remain deployed throughout the operating region spreading salt and clearing surfaces of snow, keeping signals, switches, and third rails operating, and attending to any weather-related challenges.
Ways to Stay Informed
mta.info – The definitive source for real-time arrival information and service change information for each line or route in the MTA system. Customers can find current statuses on mta.info and upcoming planned service changes using the lookup tool at mta.info/alerts.
MTA app – Customers who use the comprehensive MTA smartphone app will see real-time train, bus and rail arrival times, and can chat with our customer care team all in one place. The app is available in the Apple Store and in Google Play.
TrainTime app – The MTA’s TrainTime app is the essential companion to navigating the commuter rail system. Customers can plan their trip, purchase tickets, check train status, and chat with customer service, all in one app. The app is available in the Apple Store and Google Play.
Email Alerts – Customers can sign up for email alerts tailored to their specific commutes and travel times. They can also sign up for MTA newsletters like The Weekender, a weekly newsletter that covers major weekend planned service changes. Customers can sign up here.
511 – Customers who prefer to contact the MTA by telephone, information is available by dialing 511. Those who are deaf or hard of hearing can use their preferred service provider for the free 711 relay to reach the MTA at 511.