(New York, NY/77WABC)-New schedules are in effect as of today for the Long Island Railroad.
Decreased ridership during the viral pandemic has prompted the schedule changes to take place. Officials say trains are running less frequently on all 11 LIRR branches, however, during peak hours, more trains will be in service.
Ridership is down drastically, 76% due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Off-peak fares will remain in effect on all trains.
New schedules are available on the MTA’s website available here.
“The new schedules will provide continued service on all 11 branches, and will allow us to operate more efficiently while supporting critical infrastructure work, including rail tie replacement, construction of a new train storage track in Massapequa, and work related to the ongoing construction of a third track between Hicksville and Floral Park,” the MTA said.
