It’s official: the new Port Authority Bus Terminal is underway. The $10 billion facelift has kicked off its first phase, the Dyer Avenue deck-overs, to much excitement.
“A new Midtown Bus Terminal will deliver an enhanced experience for millions of riders, breathe new life into the surrounding neighborhood and ensure that this gateway to the city is one New Yorkers can be proud of for generations to come,” New York Governor Kathy Hochul said in a statement.
Here’s a look at what’s going on currently and what’s to come.
All about the new Port Authority Bus Terminal
At this point in time, the main focus is the deck-overs. They will facilitate construction of the new bus terminal and stage buses during construction, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Eventually, these deck-overs will become 3.5 acres of new publicly accessible green space.
Though this is undoubtedly an exciting new chapter, there’s still plenty of work underway.
Ultimately, the world’s busiest bus station will get a new main terminal, a separate storage and staging building, and new ramps that lead into and out of the Lincoln Tunnel. New ramps are expected by 2028 and the new main terminal by 2032.
Commuters should also note that the permanent closure of a portion of 41st Street between Eighth and Ninth Avenues is underway, so expect a few changes to your daily travels. After all, this is the hub’s first upgrade in 75 years.
Tom Wright, president & CEO of Regional Plan Association said in a statement, “The Port Authority Bus Terminal is one of the most high-traffic transportation hubs in the nation and is critical to the tri-state region’s continued economic vitality. This moment marks an important step towards the creation of a modern, expanded, best-in-class terminal that will not only serve the needs of commuters but create an amenity and attraction for the community.”
In the meantime, visit the Port Authority website for more information and further updates on the construction’s progress.
If you’re curious how the future of train travel will look into and out of NYC and New Jersey, learn more about the Hudson Tunnel Project, a venture from The Gateway Program.