G subway train riders in Brooklyn are in for a challenging summer as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) embarks on a significant modernization project. The MTA announced substantial service changes throughout the summer to update the signal system on the Crosstown Line, which is over 90 years old.

Phased Service Suspensions

To expedite the upgrade process, the MTA will partially suspend G train service 24/7 in three phases. This approach allows for quicker completion than restricting work to nights and weekends.

Phase 1: June 28 – July 5

• No G train service between Court Square and Nassau Avenue.
• G trains will skip Court Square, 21st Street, and Greenpoint Avenue.
• Free B94 shuttle buses will operate between Court Square and Nassau Avenue, making all G train stops.
• J/Z trains will make local stops between Myrtle and Marcy Avenues.
• G trains will run between Nassau Avenue and Church Avenue at all times.

Phase 2: July 5 – August 12

• No G train service between Court Square and Bedford-Nostrand Avenues.
• G trains will skip Court Square, 21st Street, Greenpoint Avenue, Nassau Avenue, Metropolitan Avenue/Lorimer Street, Broadway, Flushing Avenue, and Myrtle-Willoughby Avenues.
• Free B98 shuttle buses will operate between Court Square and Bedford-Nostrand Avenues, making all G train stops.
• G trains will run between Bedford-Nostrand Avenues and Church Avenue at all times.

Phase 3: August 12 – September 3

• No G train service between Bedford-Nostrand Avenues and Church Avenue.
• G trains will skip Classon Avenue, Clinton-Washington Avenues, Fulton Street, Hoyt-Schermerhorn, Bergen Street, Carroll Street, Smith-9th Streets, 4th Avenue-9th Street, 7th Avenue, 15th Street-Prospect Park, Fort Hamilton Parkway, and Church Avenue.
• F trains will continue to make all F/G stops between Bergen Street and Church Avenues.
• J/Z trains will make local stops between Myrtle Avenue and Marcy Avenue at all times.
• Free B93 shuttle buses will run between Bedford-Nostrand Avenues and Jay Street-Metrotech, making all G stops.
• G trains will run between Court Square and Bedford-Nostrand Avenues at all times.

Impact on Commuters

These extensive changes will undoubtedly impact daily commutes for thousands of Brooklyn residents. The MTA is providing shuttle bus services to mitigate the inconvenience, ensuring that riders can still reach their destinations. Additionally, alternative train routes via the J/Z and F lines will offer some relief.

The MTA is committed to completing this essential work as swiftly as possible to improve the reliability and efficiency of the G line. While the summer disruptions may be inconvenient, the long-term benefits of a modernized signal system will enhance the overall commuting experience for G train riders.

As the MTA moves forward with these upgrades, commuters are encouraged to stay informed about service changes and plan their routes accordingly to navigate the temporary disruptions smoothly.