The Bx12-SBS (Select Bus Service) is one of the Bronx’s most important transit routes, providing fast and frequent service between Bay Plaza Mall and Inwood, Manhattan. Operating via Pelham Parkway and Fordham Road, this bus offers a quicker ride than the local Bx12 due to limited stops and off-board fare payment.
Bx12-SBS Bus Route Overview
- Service Type: Select Bus Service (SBS)
- Route: Bay Plaza – Inwood via Pelham Parkway & Fordham Road
- Major Stops Include:
- Inwood (Broadway / Isham St)
- Fordham Plaza (E Fordham Rd / 3rd Ave)
- Pelham Parkway (Pelham Pkwy / White Plains Rd)
- Pelham Bay Park Station (Westchester Ave / Bruckner Blvd)
- Baychester (Edson Ave / Bartow Ave)
- Bay Plaza Mall (Final Stop)
📌 Why Take the Bx12-SBS?
✅ Faster than the local Bx12 – Fewer stops mean reduced travel time.
✅ Off-Board Fare Payment – Pay before boarding to speed up service.
✅ Frequent Service – Runs seven days a week, even on holidays.
Bx12-SBS Bus Schedule & Frequency
The Bx12-SBS operates every day, including weekends and holidays, ensuring frequent service throughout the day.
Weekday Service:
- Morning Rush Hour (6 AM – 9 AM): Every 8-12 minutes
- Midday (9 AM – 4 PM): Every 10-15 minutes
- Evening (4 PM – 8 PM): Every 8-12 minutes
- Late Night (8 PM – Midnight): Every 15-30 minutes
Weekend Service:
- Saturday & Sunday: Buses run every 10-20 minutes, maintaining steady service.
🚨 Tip: Bold times in the official timetable indicate PM hours.
Bx12-SBS Bus Fare & Payment Options
- 💲 Standard MTA Fare: $2.90 per ride
- 🔄 Free Transfers: Available within 2 hours when using MetroCard or OMNY
- 📲 Contactless Payment: OMNY allows you to tap and go with your smartphone or credit card
- 🏷 Reduced Fares: Available for seniors and disabled riders with proper ID
Why Choose the Bx12-SBS?
🚍 Faster & More Reliable – Ideal for daily commuters, students, and shoppers.
🚇 Seamless Subway & Bus Transfers – Connects to 1, 4, B, and D trains, Metro-North, and major Bronx bus routes.
🛍 Access to Key Locations – Serves Fordham University, Bronx Zoo, Bay Plaza Mall, and more.
Plan Your Trip with MTA Tools
🔹 MTA Bus Time – Track real-time bus arrivals.
🔹 Google Maps & Transit Apps – Get live updates on your commute.
🔹 MTA Website: www.mta.info for full schedules & service alerts.
📞 Need assistance? Call 511 for MTA customer support.
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