The Bronx Zoo is a renowned wildlife sanctuary located in the heart of New York City, attracting millions of visitors each year. For those traveling from Jamaica, Queens, there are several convenient transportation options to reach this iconic destination.
Mass Transit Options
Express Bus from Manhattan
The BxM11 express bus departs from various stops along Madison Avenue in Manhattan and travels directly to the Bronx Zoo’s Bronx River entrance (Gate B). The fare for an Express Bus ride is $6.75 each direction.
Local Buses
- From Queens, you can take the Q44 to 180th Street and Boston Road, then walk north one block to the Bronx Zoo’s Asia gate entrance (Gate A).
- In the Bronx, take Bx9 or Bx19 buses to 183rd Street and Southern Blvd, which is the location of the Zoo’s Southern Blvd pedestrian entrance (Gate C). Or take the Bx12 or Bx22 buses to Fordham Road and Southern Blvd, then walk 5 blocks south on Southern Blvd to 183rd Street.
Subway
The ADA-accessible route to the Bronx Zoo is the #2 train to Pelham Parkway, which has three elevators that lead down to street level. From there, head west to the Zoo’s Bronx River entrance (Gate B).
Train
Take Metro North’s Harlem line to Fordham, then take the Bx9 bus eastward to 183rd Street and Southern Blvd. You can also purchase a Metro-North Railroad Getaway Package for discount round-trip rail fare and discount admission to the Bronx Zoo.
Car Service
If you will be using a car service to get to the zoo, we recommend getting dropped off and picked up at our Southern Boulevard Gate Pedestrian entry at Southern Blvd and 185th St.
Cost and Timings
The cost of transportation to the Bronx Zoo varies depending on the mode of transportation chosen. The BxM11 express bus fare is $6.75 each direction, while local bus and subway fares are $2.75 each way with a MetroCard. The Metro-North Railroad Getaway Package costs $39.50 per person for round-trip rail fare and admission to the Bronx Zoo.
The timings for transportation to the Bronx Zoo also vary depending on the mode of transportation chosen. The BxM11 express bus operates from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays and from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM on weekends. Local buses and subways operate from approximately 5:00 AM to midnight. Metro North trains operate from approximately 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM.
Directory and Hours
The Bronx Zoo is located at 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460. The zoo is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with extended hours on weekends and holidays.
Rates and Value
The Bronx Zoo offers a variety of ticket options, including general admission, total experience tickets, and memberships. General admission tickets are $22.95 for adults, $14.95 for children (ages 3-12), and free for children under 3. Total experience tickets, which include access to all exhibits and attractions, are $36.95 for adults, $26.95 for children (ages 3-12), and free for children under 3. Memberships start at $125 per year and include unlimited admission, discounts on food and merchandise, and other perks.
Real-life Incidents and Statistics
In 2021, the Bronx Zoo welcomed over 2 million visitors, making it one of the most popular tourist destinations in New York City. The zoo is home to over 700 species of animals, including gorillas, lions, and elephants.
In 2022, the Bronx Zoo launched a new exhibit, “Madagascar!”, which features lemurs, fossa, and other animals native to Madagascar. The exhibit is part of the zoo’s conservation efforts to protect endangered species and their habitats.