PANYNJ Breaks Ground on Dyer Ave. Deck-Overs
6/9/2025
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has broken ground on the Dyer Avenue deck-overs, marking the first stage in construction of the new Midtown Bus Terminal. The deck-overs will facilitate construction of the new bus terminal and will be used for staging of buses during construction. Ultimately, the deck-overs will be transformed into 3.5 acres of new publicly accessible open green space after construction of the new bus terminal is complete.
“Finally, after many years of discussion and hard-fought community negotiation, we are breaking ground on the first phase of a brand-new Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown,” said Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-NY). “A new bus terminal will improve air quality and make our streets safer for pedestrians by removing all commuter and inter-city buses from our streets. And it will replace the outdated and deteriorating bus terminal with a modern, efficient transportation hub that meets the needs of both commuters and residents while contributing to the continued growth and success of New York City. I have been proud to support this project and helped it secure up to $1.9 billion in federal funding from the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) Loan Program championed by the Biden administration’s Build America Program.”
“Here in New York, we are showing the world what is possible when government and the local community commit to making the vision of modern infrastructure a reality,” said NY Gov. Kathy Hochul. “A new Midtown Bus Terminal will deliver an enhanced experience for millions of riders, breathe new life into the surrounding neighborhood, and ensure that this gateway to the city is one New Yorkers can be proud of for generations to come.”
“Today’s groundbreaking reflects our shared commitment to improving the transit experience throughout the tri-state area,” said NJ Gov. Phil Murphy. “Upon completion, the new state-of-the-art Midtown Bus Terminal will serve hundreds of thousands of commuters each day as they head to work, school, medical appointments, or return home. Just as importantly, it will create thousands of good-paying union jobs, bolstering our workforce and economy.”
When complete, the project will include a new main terminal, a separate storage and staging building, and new ramps leading directly into and out of the Lincoln Tunnel. The project plan—including the permanent closure of a portion of 41st Street between Eighth and Ninth avenues, a central main entrance, more street-facing retail, a soaring multi-story indoor atrium and new public open space—will enhance the commuter experience at the world’s busiest bus terminal and become a centerpiece for the community. The project is expected to create approximately 6,000 union construction jobs.
“Today’s groundbreaking for the first stage of a new Midtown Bus Terminal is a momentous accomplishment that moved forward after years of delay by focusing on two key propositions: improving the lives of hundreds of thousands of daily commuters and providing real benefits to a community burdened by an architectural eyesore and a deluge of bus traffic,” said PANYNJ Executive Director Rick Cotton. “By focusing on benefits both to commuters and the surrounding community, we are now moving forward with a project that enjoys unprecedented support at every level of government on both sides of the river.”
“The new Midtown Bus Terminal represents a transformative investment in the future of regional mobility,” said NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kris Kolluri. “For NJ TRANSIT, as the largest tenant, this project is more than just infrastructure, it’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redefine the commuting experience for the tens of thousands of New Jersey residents who depend on it every day.”