The Bus B42 (Canarsie Pier - Rockaway Parkway Station) is one of the bronx_bus lines operating in New York City. It serves 20 stations, running between ROCKAWAY PKWY/SHORE PKWY SERVICE RD NORTH and ROCKAWAY PKWY/SUBWAY STATION. A standard bronx_bus fare of $3.00 gives you access to the full route, plus free transfers to connecting buses and subways within the standard 2-hour window when you pay with OMNY.

How to use Bus B42

Click any station below to see its detailed page with live arrivals, nearby points of interest, accessibility information, and onward trip planning. You can also use the interactive map on the right to visualise the full route — every stop, every curve, every connection. If you're planning a specific journey, head to the trip planner and we'll compute the fastest route including any transfers you may need.

Service notes

Schedules on Bus B42 vary by time of day and by direction. Weekends and late-night service often differ from weekday timetables, and planned work can reroute or shorten the line temporarily. Always check live service alerts before travelling, especially on Saturdays and Sundays when many bronx_bus lines run modified service.

Frequently asked questions

How many stations does Bus B42 have?

Bus B42 serves 20 stations in New York City.

What is the fare for Bus B42?

The standard bronx_bus fare of $3.00 applies to Bus B42. Free transfers to connecting buses and subways are included within the standard 2-hour window when paying with OMNY.

Where does Bus B42 start and end?

Bus B42 runs between ROCKAWAY PKWY/SHORE PKWY SERVICE RD NORTH and ROCKAWAY PKWY/SUBWAY STATION, serving 20 stops along the way.

How do I check live arrivals for Bus B42?

Click any station on this page to see live arrival times, or use the live schedules page to monitor Bus B42 in real time.

Related resources

Plan a trip using Bus B42
Interactive transit map showing all lines
Fares and OMNY information
Live service alerts
Transit guide and tips