Bronx Zoo – Address & Directions

Subway travel is a direct and efficient way to reach the park from Manhattan or other boroughs.

Line 2 or 5: Take the uptown train to West Farms Square-East Tremont Ave. From the station, walk north on Boston Road for two blocks to the zoo’s Southern Boulevard entrance (Gate C).

Line 2 (Alternate): You may also take the 2 train to Bronx Park East. This station is approximately a 7-minute walk from the Bronx River Parkway entrance (Gate B).

Buses provide several drop-off points near the various park gates.

BxM11 Express Bus: This MTA service runs from Madison Avenue in Manhattan (between 26th and 99th Streets) directly to the zoo’s Bronx River entrance (Gate B). It operates daily and offers a comfortable, limited-stop alternative to the subway.

Local Bronx Buses: The Bx9 and Bx19 lines stop at 183rd Street and Southern Boulevard, which is directly adjacent to the Southern Boulevard entrance (Gate C).

Other Routes: The Bx12 and Bx22 also serve the vicinity, stopping near the Fordham Road Gate on the north side of the park.

Visitors traveling from Westchester County or Connecticut can use the Metro-North Railroad.

Take the Harlem Line to the Fordham Station.

From the station, you can take the Bx9 bus eastward to 183rd Street and Southern Boulevard, or walk approximately 15–20 minutes along Fordham Road to the zoo’s northern entrance.

The Bronx Zoo is easily accessible via major highways. There are two primary parking areas:

Southern Boulevard Lot: Best for GPS navigation using 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10460. This lot is recommended for those requiring level access and electric convenience vehicle (ECV) rentals.

Bronx River Parking: Located off the Bronx River Parkway. Use the intersection of Bronx River Parkway and Boston Road for GPS. Take Exit 6 off the Parkway to reach this gate.