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How to get from 86 St to Bronx Zoo by bus and subway?

86 St to Bronx Zoo - Subway Schedule

The B subway from 86 St to Bronx Zoo runs from 6:49 AM to 10:09 PM, with departures every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 51 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From 86 St to Bronx Zoo by bus and subway

To get from 86 St to Bronx Zoo in Bronx, take the B subway from 86 St station to Fordham Rd station. Next, take the BX12-SBS bus from East Fordham Rd/Valentine Av station to East Fordham Road 638-694 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus and subway schedule from 86 St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Bronx Zoo on the Moovit app.

51min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - B
Bus - BX12-SBSBX12-SBS
Walk to Bronx Zoo
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    86 St
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - B
    Wait for subway
    B
    Bedford Park Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Fordham Rd
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Fordham Rd/Valentine Av
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - BX12-SBSBX12-SBS
    Wait for bus
    BX12-SBS
    Select Bus Bay Plaza Co-Op City
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Fordham Road 638-694
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bronx Zoo
    Walk to
    Bronx Zoo
    2300 Southern Blvd
    0.51 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 86 St to Bronx Zoo

The distance between 86 St and Bronx Zoo is approximately 8.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 86 St to Bronx Zoo by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bronx – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from 86 St to Bronx Zoo

To check the bus and subway schedule from 86 St to Bronx Zoo using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (86 St) and destination (Bronx Zoo), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and subway schedules.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 86 St to Bronx Zoo?

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Subway line B, Bus line BX12-SBS.

  • Is there a direct subway between 86 St and Bronx Zoo?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 51 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 86 St to Bronx Zoo?

    The B subway line goes from 86 St station near 86 St in Manhattan to Fordham Rd station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Fordham Rd station near Bronx Zoo.

  • How long does it take to travel from 86 St to Bronx Zoo by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between 86 St and Bronx Zoo by subway and bus is about 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 86 St to get to Bronx Zoo?

    Get on the B subway from the 86 St station near 86 St in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 86 St and Bronx Zoo?

    Get off the subway at the Fordham Rd stop, which is closest to Bronx Zoo.

  • When is the first subway from 86 St to Bronx Zoo?

    The first subway from 86 St in Manhattan to Bronx Zoo in Bronx is 7 Avenue Express. It leaves the 86 St station at 12:38 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from 86 St to Bronx Zoo?

    The ride from 86 St to Bronx Zoo costs $3.00.