88th Street: A Local Station in Ozone Park, Queens

The 88th Street station is an elevated subway stop located in the borough of Queens, New York. It serves as an important local access point for the IND Fulton Street Line, primarily serving the residential community of Ozone Park. Its location on Liberty Avenue makes it an essential stop for residents and visitors to the area.

Lines and Services

The 88th Street station is a single elevated station, not a transfer complex:

88th Street (IND Fulton Street Line)

• This station is part of the IND Fulton Street Line of the New York City Subway.
• It is served by trains of the service:
  • A (blue)
• Address: Liberty Avenue & 88th Street, Ozone Park, Queens, NY 11416

Station Features

• It is an elevated station with side platforms.
• It primarily offers local service along the line.
  • It has two side platforms and two tracks.
• The station does not currently have elevators or ramps for full accessibility according to ADA standards.

There are no direct transfers to other subway lines within this station, although there are connections with buses in the vicinity.

Importance and Location

• The station is located at the intersection of Liberty Avenue and 88th Street, in the heart of the Ozone Park neighborhood in Queens.
• Its location makes it a key point for area residents, providing access to the subway system:

  • Ozone Park

    • A predominantly residential neighborhood with a mix of single-family and multi-family homes.
    • Access to local shops, restaurants, and services along Liberty Avenue.
    • Proximity to local parks and community spaces.
    • Represents a diverse community within Queens.

  • Local Community

    • Facilitates daily transportation for thousands of residents to other parts of Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.
    • Connects residents with employment and educational opportunities throughout the city.
    • Serves as an essential local transportation hub.

  • Nearby Bus Connections

    • Several MTA bus routes, such as the Q112, operate near the station, offering additional connections.
    • They provide transportation to areas not directly served by the subway line.

History

• The 88th Street station was inaugurated on September 25, 1915, as part of the elevated BMT Fulton Street Line.
• It was later incorporated into the IND system and has served the Ozone Park community for over a century as a vital stop.
• Although it has received maintenance over the years, it retains much of its original character as a local elevated station.

Interesting Facts

• As an elevated station, it offers views of Ozone Park’s urban environment from its platforms.
• It is fundamental for the daily mobility of the neighborhood’s residents.
• It is served exclusively by A service trains (local in this section most of the time).