Bus QM8
Glen Oaks - Downtown Express
72 stations
72
Stations
Bus
Type
mta_bus
Operator
Stations on Bus QM8
About Bus QM8
The Bus QM8 (Glen Oaks - Downtown Express) is one of the mta_bus lines operating in New York City. It serves 72 stations, running between 260 ST/UNION TPKE and UNION TPKE/260 ST. A standard mta_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 QM8
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 QM8 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 mta_bus lines run modified service.
Frequently asked questions
How many stations does Bus QM8 have?
Bus QM8 serves 72 stations in New York City.
What is the fare for Bus QM8?
The standard mta_bus fare of $3.00 applies to Bus QM8. Free transfers to connecting buses and subways are included within the standard 2-hour window when paying with OMNY.
Where does Bus QM8 start and end?
Bus QM8 runs between 260 ST/UNION TPKE and UNION TPKE/260 ST, serving 72 stops along the way.
How do I check live arrivals for Bus QM8?
Click any station on this page to see live arrival times, or use the live schedules page to monitor Bus QM8 in real time.
Related resources
- Plan a trip using Bus QM8
- Interactive transit map showing all lines
- Fares and OMNY information
- Live service alerts
- Transit guide and tips