Eastchester–Dyre Avenue: Northern Terminus in the Bronx

The Eastchester–Dyre Avenue station is a subway station located in the Eastchester neighborhood of the Bronx, New York. It serves as the northern terminus for the local service of the Dyre Avenue Line of the New York City Subway. Its location in a primarily residential area makes it an important access point for residents of the Northeast Bronx.

Connections and Services

The Eastchester–Dyre Avenue station is a terminal station on a single line:

Eastchester–Dyre Avenue (Dyre Avenue Line)

• This station is the northern terminus of the IRT Dyre Avenue Line of the New York City Subway.
• It is served by trains of the service:
  • 5 (green)
• Main entrance address: Dyre Avenue and Light Street, Bronx, NY 10466

Dyre Avenue Line Component

• This station is not a complex; it represents a single entity on the Dyre Avenue Line.
• There is no internal transfer to other lines or services within this specific station.
  • 5 (green) – local service terminating here.
• Entrances are located in the vicinity of the intersection of Dyre Avenue and Light Street.

As a terminal station, it does not offer direct transfers to other subway lines within the station.

Importance and Location

• The station is located at the intersection of Dyre Avenue and Light Street, in the Eastchester neighborhood in the Northeast Bronx.
• Its location as a terminus makes it a crucial point for travelers starting or ending their journey in this part of the Bronx:

  • Eastchester, Bronx

    • A predominantly residential neighborhood with a mix of single-family homes and apartment buildings.
    • Serves local communities and provides connection to the rest of the city.
    • Proximity to several local schools and parks.

  • Northeast Bronx

    • Acts as a transportation hub for the surrounding area.
    • Proximity to the border with Westchester County.
    • Access to areas like Seton Falls Park.

  • Additional Nearby Attractions

    • Seton Falls Park: A natural park with walking trails.
    • Haffen Park: A community park with sports facilities.

History and Evolution

• The station was originally inaugurated on May 29, 1912, as part of the New York, Westchester and Boston Railway (NYW&B) interurban railroad.
• After the bankruptcy of the NYW&B, the section within New York City, including the Dyre Avenue station, was purchased by the city and began operating as part of the IRT subway system on May 15, 1941.
• The station has retained some architectural elements from its past as a railroad station.

Interesting Facts

• It is one of the northernmost stations in the New York City subway system.
• The station is elevated, built on an embankment.
• It serves as an important departure point for many Bronx commuters during morning peak hours.