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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 14h

Heads up: The space between the platform and train may be wider than you think. Watch the gap! #LIRRSafetyTip 📸: 1zacharyweiss (IG)

An LIRR 250th anniversary locomotive pulling into a station as people stand and wait on the platform on a sunny day.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 13/10/2026

Do you have feedback for the MTA? The Fall 2026 Customers Count survey is now open: mta.info/surveysocial Whether you take the subway, bus, Access-A-Ride, @mtametronorth.bsky.social, or @mtalirr.bsky.social, your honest opinion helps us improve service for everyone!

Share your thoughts with the MTA! Take the Customers Count survey and help us improve your transit service. All completed surveys are eligible to WIN one of 50 OMNY gift cards worth $100 (for use on subways and buses).

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

It's Comic Con weekend! 💥 Take public transit for a smooth ride to all the action. If you’re cosplaying on your commute, tag us and we’ll reshare our favorites 🫶

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

It’s Customer Safety Day at Jamaica Station! Come to the mezzanine level to meet our team and get some LIRR swag, we are here until 6:00 PM.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Basking in the Bethpage foliage in the fall of 1982. #ThrowbackThursday 📸: Jay Bendersky

A vintage photograph of an LIRR train running along the tracks amid fall foliage during the daytime.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Autumn leaves may be pretty, but they can be a hassle on the tracks! 🍂 When trains run over fallen leaves, they leave a slippery coating on the rail that causes train wheels to slide. Learn how we're tackling this seasonal issue: www.mta.info/guides/weather-service…

An LIRR train running along the tracks amid fall foliage during the daytime.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Safety first! When approaching a grade crossing, remember to: ✅ Stand at least 15 feet away. ✅ Wait until the gates are completely raised, and the lights stop flashing. ✅ Look both ways before walking.

Students standing before a grade crossing in the early evening.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

There will be no LIRR service between Jamaica and Atlantic Terminal from 10/2, 11 PM to 10/5, 2:30 AM. Enter these subway stations at no additional cost: 34 St-Penn Station Grand Central-42 St Atlantic Av-Barclays Ctr Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av Broadway Junction Nostrand Av Lafayette Av Atlantic Av

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The New York Islanders will have their first home game of the season on 10/3 at UBS Arena. We'll have service all season long at Elmont-UBS Arena Station to make travel a breeze. Use TrainTime for schedules and train tickets. Heads up: We check tickets at the station so please have yours ready.

People walking down the Elmont-UBS Arena platform in the evening, with an LIRR train to their right.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

This isn't AI—this is really 1987! Before it was the Barclays Center, it was a train yard! #ThrowbackThursday

A vintage photograph from the '80s of the train yard and six LIRR trains. In the background are trees and buildings.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Fall is a great time to explore the city! 🍁 Use the CityTicket for fast, affordable travel between New York City stations in one direction, available every day at any time. Learn more: mta.info/fares-tolls/lirr-metro-north

People waiting at the Jamaica station platform with an LIRR diesel train to their right.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Our next Meet Your Manager event will be at Seaford station this Thursday, October 1, from 6 to 9 AM. This is your chance to speak with railroad representatives and share your feedback for the LIRR. We look forward to meeting you!

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 25/09/2026

A Nor'easter is expected to bring strong winds and coastal flooding to our area this weekend. Our crews are ready to respond, but there may be changes to subway, bus, or rail service. Check the latest service status on mta.info, or in the MTA app and TrainTime apps.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Did you know? Mets-Willets Point was once known as United Nations Station. Here's a look back to 80 years ago in 1946, when the United Nations General Assembly took place in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. #ThrowbackThursday

A black-and-white photo of United Nations Station in 1946, with a man waiting at the platform on a sunny day.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 21/09/2026

Virgo riders stay locked in 😤♍

Commuting as a virgo horoscope featuring the following: Grand Central tile mosaic, the shuttle subway bullet with a heart next to it, always having the essentials, preferring to sit in an odd-numbered LIRR car (where the restroom is!), knowing the route, transfer station, and backup route, and reaching the back door in time.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Guess the LIRR station we’re referring to with emojis! 🚉📱👀

An elderly man emoji and a trophy emoji.

A cowboy emoji, an anatomical heart emoji, and a newspaper emoji.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

There will be no LIRR service between Jamaica and Atlantic Terminal from 9/18, 11 PM to 9/21, 2:30 AM. Enter these subway stations at no additional cost: 34 St-Penn Station Grand Central-42 St Atlantic Av-Barclays Ctr Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av Broadway Junction Nostrand Av Lafayette Av Atlantic Av

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We celebrated the grand reopening of TRACKS at Penn Station! Whether you’re meeting coworkers after work, catching up with friends before the train home, or just looking for a place to unwind, TRACKS brings a little camaraderie back to the commute.

A group of people stands inside a bar, gathered around the counter. Several glasses of dark beer are lined up on the bar. The atmosphere is lively, and everyone appears engaged. The sign above the counter reads "Port Jefferson Brewing.

People inside the establishment with beers and cocktails on the bar. Behind them are people with their phones out.

The image shows a collection of vintage railroad memorabilia, including a "The Dashing Commuter" poster from The Long Island Rail Road, a Long Island Rail Road time table, and several model trains and tickets displayed in the foreground.

A group of people seated around a bar counter. The setting features warm lighting and several television screens in the background.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Giddy up on the LIRR! 🏇 We are adding service at Elmont - UBS Arena Station on Friday for the reopening of Belmont Park. There will be shuttle service from the station to the racetrack during race days. Plan your trip with the TrainTime app.

People exiting an LIRR train at Elmont - UBS Arena station.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

⚠️ Reminder ⚠️ On weekdays from now through November 6, buses replace trains between Ronkonkoma and Greenport while our crews perform track maintenance. View schedules and plan your trip using our TrainTime app.

An LIRR diesel train at a train station on a sunny day as people walk up and down the platform.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 11/09/2026

25 years later, we honor those lost, the courage of first responders, and the resilience of New York ❤️

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

During these outages, please use the subway. LIRR customers can enter these subway stations at no additional cost: 34 St-Penn Station Grand Central-42 St Atlantic Av-Barclays Ctr Lafayette Av Nostrand Av Broadway Junction Atlantic Av

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Heads up, Brooklyn riders! Due to track maintenance, there will be no LIRR service between Jamaica and Atlantic Terminal during the following times: ⛔ Sept 11, 11:00 PM → Sept 13, 2:30 AM ⛔ Sept 18, 11:00 PM → Sept 21, 2:30 AM

A black background with white text that reads: "No LIRR weekend service between Atlantic Terminal and Jamaica" accompanied by an image underneath of people walking down the Atlantic Terminal platform, to the left of an LIRR train.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

If you drop something on the tracks, don't try to get it yourself. Instead, please notify a station employee or call 511. We'll return your belongings safely back to you! #LIRRSafetyTip 📸: nynjfoamer (IG)

An LIRR M7 train pulling into Jamaica as people wait at the platform on a sunny day.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 08/09/2026

Heading to the US Open? Listen for subway announcements by tennis icon Billie Jean King on your commute to Queens 🎾

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

There are also some adjustments to departure and arrival times; no major changes to rush hour service. Check to see if your trip is changing on the TrainTime app or by visiting mta.info.

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New York transportation service information, maps, schedules, fares, tolls, and more.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🟢 Greenport service – Buses will replace midday, off-peak trains between Ronkonkoma and Greenport for track renewal work on weekdays through mid-November. 🟢 Montauk Branch – A new year-round, direct weekday train to Montauk departs Penn Station at 5:13 pm, arriving Montauk at 8:30 pm.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

New LIRR schedules start Tuesday, September 8, on all branches. Here are some of the changes: 🟢 Brooklyn service – Midday service between Jamaica and Brooklyn will be reduced from three trains per hour to two trains per hour through November due to trackwork.

People standing and waiting at the Jamaica station platform as a train pulls in.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Using the LIRR over Labor Day Weekend? Here's what you need to know: 🟢 9/5: The LIRR will operate on a Saturday schedule. 🟢 9/6: Saturday schedule. 🟢 9/7: We will operate on a weekend/holiday schedule; Montauk Branch trains will run on a Sunday schedule. Plan your trip on TrainTime or mta.info.

People standing and waiting at the New Hyde Park station platform on a cloudy morning as an LIRR train pulls in.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Heads up: Our new timetables go into effect on Tuesday, September 8. We have made some minor adjustments to our schedules but there are no major changes to rush hour service. Plan your trip and view schedules on TrainTime or mta.info.

People walking around the LIRR Concourse at Penn Station, the ceiling lights lit in orange and blue.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 02/09/2026

Fans heading to two of New York City's biggest events are sharing the ride to Mets-Willets Point on the 7 train and LIRR. So, we had to ask: ⚾ Mets or 🎾 US Open? @mtalirr.bsky.social

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 01/09/2026

Heavy rain is expected this evening 🌧️ - Plan for extra travel time - Use caution on slippery surfaces - Check the status of your subway, bus, or rail before traveling - Use the MTA App, TrainTime app, or mta.info for the latest information

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Summer's coming to a close—have you checked all of these off yet?

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Our next Meet Your Manager event will take place at Sayville station next Monday, August 31, from 6 to 9 AM. This is your chance to bring any comments, concerns, or questions you may have for the railroad, and chat with our team. See you then! Look forward to future events at a station near you.

The inside of an LIRR diesel train with people seated.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Here's a look at Mets-Willets Point, back in 1964 during the New York Word's Fair! Today, the station is open year-round, and is most often used for Mets game and events at Citi Field, and during the U.S. Open tennis tournament. #ThrowbackThursday

A vintage photograph of people walking around at Shea Stadium on a cloudy day.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 27/08/2026

A flood watch is in effect in our area today. Here are some important travel tips: - Plan for extra travel time - Use handrails on stairs - Use caution on slippery surfaces - Check the status of your subway, bus, or rail before traveling - Use the MTA App, TrainTime app, or mta.info for information

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New York Transit Museum @nytransitmuseum.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

🐕 Happy #NationalDogDay! Secret no. 28 is a canine railfan. No matter how you spell his name, this dog was a baller. #50SecretsofTransit celebrates the 50th anniversary of the #NYTransitMuseum. Join us as we pull back the curtain on New York's transportation system, revealing hidden histories.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Hey railfans, there are many great photo opportunities from our station platforms! For your safety, please stay off the tracks and right-of-way. #LIRRSafetyTip 📸: 1zacharyweiss (IG)

An LIRR diesel train at a station on a sunny day, and people boarding the train.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 24/08/2026

Feeling nostalgic 👾💾

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Serving up your ride to the US Open! The LIRR will provide extra service on the Port Washington Branch throughout the tournament, with Mets-Willets Point station just steps away. Use TrainTime to plan your trip. Keep your ticket handy when entering and exiting Mets-Willets Point for inspection.

Four tennis players at the tennis courts at the US Open on a sunny day, with the player on the bottom jumping up and about to strike the tennis ball.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 20/08/2026

Heavy rain is expected this afternoon into tomorrow morning 🌧️ - Plan for extra travel time - Use caution on slippery surfaces - Check the status of your subway, bus, or rail before traveling - Use MTA App, TrainTime app, or mta.info for more info

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

It's World Photography Day! 📸 We're proud to share our customers' wonderful photos taken throughout our system. Check out our favorites on our Instagram: instagram.com/mtalirr 👈

An LIRR train pulling into a station at sunset as people walk down the platform.

A black and white shot of an LIRR train up close.

An overhead shot of the LIRR train yard at golden hour.

An LIRR diesel train running along the tracks at sunset.

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MTA Metro-North Railroad @mtametronorth.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Final call! Join us today for our annual blood drive with New York Blood Center in Vanderbilt Hall East at Grand Central Terminal until 6:00 PM. Walk-ins are welcome.

A graphic that reads: "Blood Drive. Next Stop: Saving Lives! All donors who join us will receive a T-shirt or a voucher for two New York Islanders tickets. Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 9 AM – 6 PM, Vanderbilt Hall East. The accompanied photo is of a mother and her son, playing with clay.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

TRACKS is back at Penn Station! 🦪🍻

The exterior of TRACKS Raw Bar and Grill at the LIRR Concourse at Penn Station, with black, white, and gold balloons decorating the entrance.

The interior of TRACKS, with people seated at the bar, being served by the bartender.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Headed to a Mets game? The LIRR has got your ride! Not only is the train fast and convenient, there's also a discount on certain tickets when you use the TrainTime app. Details here: www.mta.info/article/take-train-cit…

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Long Island Rail Road Citi Field Promo Ticket

Mets fans who take Long Island Rail Road to Citi Field this season are eligible for $5 off their rail tickets.

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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 13/08/2026

You all seemed to enjoy yesterday's color challenge, so we unlocked expert mode! 🕵️ @mtalirr.bsky.social @mtametronorth.bsky.social

Which green is for the 4/5/6 trains? Babylon Branch? Hudson Line?

Which gray is for the L train? Shuttle service? City Terminal Zone?

Which orange is for the B/D/F/M trains? Long Beach Branch? Port Jervis Line?

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

We're riding back in time to Mineola in 1998! #ThrowbackThursday 📸: longislandrailroadconcepts (IG)

A vintage photograph of an LIRR train running along the tracks in Mineola during the daytime, with buildings in the background.

A vintage photograph of an LIRR train running along the tracks in Mineola during the daytime, with trees in the background.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Let's clear the air: There's no smoking or vaping allowed on trains, in stations, and on the platforms.

People standing at the New Hyde Park platform on a sunny day as a LIRR train pulls into the station.

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MTA Long Island Rail Road @mtalirr.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Let the LIRR be your ride to Forest Hills Stadium! We'll be running additional service during concerts. Use TrainTime for schedules and customer service. Tickets will be checked before you can enter or leave the station. Keep your paper ticket handy or have your activated mobile ticket available.

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