Buses
Public buses in New York City are operated by NYC Transit, a division of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Get more information on bus routes and schedules.
The Department of Transportation maintains the streets, bus lanes, sidewalks and bus shelters.
Bus Rapid Transit
Cities around the world have increased bus speeds and reliability by using Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). BRT is a system of dedicated bus lanes and other improvements that give buses priority on the streets and streamline the process of boarding a bus. NYCDOT and MTA New York City Transit are bringing BRT to New York City. The first generation of BRT in NYC is called "Select Bus Service" or SBS for short.
New York City Transit and NYCDOT are beginning to lay the groundwork for a more comprehensive BRT network (Phase II BRT) across New York City -- complete with links to subways, ferries, and major destinations. NYCT and DOT invite the public to take part in interactive workshops and provide feedback on where new BRT routes should be established and how they should operate.
Read more about Select Bus Service
Safe Routes to Transit
As part of PlaNYC the DOT is working to improve pedestrian and motor vehicle movement around subway entrances and bus stops to make accessing mass transit easier and more convenient.
Read more
Other Useful Bus Information
Charter bus parking guidelines in Manhattan and Brooklyn Heights.
Telephone numbers for other bus services.
Ferries
The Department of Transportation owns and operates the Staten Island Ferry and works with EDC and private ferry operators to promote use of our waterways for transportation.
Information on the Staten Island Ferry.
Links to private ferry operators. Frequently asked questions about ferry service.
Bikes on Transit
Find out more about bringing bikes on the ferries and other mass transit in NYC.
