Penn Station Access Project – East Bronx Metro-North Stations

By 2030, four new Metro-North stations will open in the East Bronx as part of the Penn Station Access Project. These stations—Hunts Point, Parkchester/Van Nest, Morris Park, and Co-Op City—will provide faster, more reliable access to Manhattan, local jobs, schools, and cultural destinations.

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What’s Changing

This project will bring:

• Four ADA-accessible Metro-North stations to the East Bronx
• Improved commuter access to jobs, schools, and healthcare
• Faster, more reliable service with reduced crowding on buses and subways
• Significant investment in East Bronx transit infrastructure
• Reduced traffic and air pollution, supporting healthier neighborhoods

What This Means for Our Community

Benefits for Residents:

• Shorter, easier trips to Manhattan and surrounding areas
• Better access to education, jobs, and healthcare
• Reduced congestion and improved air quality

Benefits for Local Businesses:

• Increased foot traffic and visitors
• Opportunities for growth and economic development
• Enhanced visibility for neighborhood shops and services

Station Highlights:

• Hunts Point: Near the busy market and business hub; improves commuting for workers and shoppers.
• Parkchester/Van Nest: Connects neighborhoods, schools, and local workplaces. 
• Morris Park: Easier access to hospitals including Montefiore- Einstein Hospital and Jacobi Hospital, schools, and research centers.
• Co-Op City: Direct Metro-North access for the first time, enhancing mobility and opportunity. Close proximity to shopping centers including the Mall at Bay Plaza

Community Voices & Involvement

Share Your Voice

These new stations are shaping a better future for the East Bronx. Your input matters—let’s make sure these changes benefit local residents, small businesses, and the community as a whole.

How You Can Get Involved:

• Attend MTA or community board meetings
• Join neighborhood workshops and public events
• Share your feedback through surveys and online channels
• Stay updated on project progress and construction

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More MTA Bronx Projects

The ADA Package 6 – Middletown Road Accessibility Project will make the Middletown Road station on the 6 line easier to use, with improved access, upgraded tracks, and enhanced utilities.

Additionally, the MTA is upgrading three Metro-North stations in the Bronx: Williamsbridge, Woodlawn, and Botanical Gardens. For general maintenance, elevated structures along the 2 and 5 lines at White Plains Road, as well as the 5 line to Dyre Avenue, will be repaired and painted to improve safety and create a more welcoming environment.

Looking Ahead to 2030

StraitLeap will continue sharing updates on these Bronx transit projects and invite community feedback as the improvements move forward.