Bx12 Bus & Select Bus Service Bronx: Stops, Schedule, Transfers & OMNY Guide (2026)

Bx12 Bus Guide

Inwood ↔ Bay Plaza via Fordham Road

Editorial review: October 2026 | Independent NYC route guide | Stops, OMNY, fares and live arrivals

Bx12 connects Inwood / Broadway–207 St with Bay Plaza Shopping Center / Co-op City. This guide explains the route corridor, key areas, boarding and payment, transfers, and how to check the current timetable. For live arrivals and the complete stop list, search Bx12-SBS in MTA Bus Time before travelling.

Bx12 Essential Information

Route number Bx12
Service type Bx12 local and Bx12 Select Bus Service
North / west terminal Inwood / Broadway–207 St
South / east terminal Bay Plaza Shopping Center / Co-op City
Main corridor Fordham Road across the Bronx, with the Inwood and Bay Plaza terminals
Best live source MTA Bus Time

Bx12 route and direction

Bx12 includes local and Select Bus Service patterns. The SBS service makes selected stops, so use the official stop list for the exact boarding point and destination. Always read the destination sign before boarding, especially when local and limited-stop buses share a corridor.

Direction Terminal What to check
Toward Inwood / Broadway–207 St Inwood / Broadway–207 St Confirm the northbound or westbound destination and current stop
Toward Bay Plaza Shopping Center / Co-op City Bay Plaza Shopping Center / Co-op City Confirm the southbound or eastbound destination and current stop

The MTA timetable and Bus Time listing can change with service updates. Use the live tool for the exact stop sequence, estimated arrivals and active detours.

Key areas and stops

These landmarks help with trip planning but are not a replacement for the official stop list:

  • Inwood and Broadway–207 St: a useful planning landmark along the Bx12 corridor. Confirm the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.
  • University Heights: a useful planning landmark along the Bx12 corridor. Confirm the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.
  • Fordham Road: a useful planning landmark along the Bx12 corridor. Confirm the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.
  • Pelham Parkway: a useful planning landmark along the Bx12 corridor. Confirm the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.
  • Bay Plaza / Co-op City: a useful planning landmark along the Bx12 corridor. Confirm the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.

Stop names may be abbreviated differently across MTA tools. Search by the intersection or stop code when possible, and confirm which side of the road serves your direction.

OMNY, fares and boarding

Use the current MTA fare guidance for the final price, reduced-fare eligibility and transfer rules. The MTA accepts contactless payment with a credit or debit card, smartphone, wearable device or OMNY Card. Keep your payment method ready and follow any posted Select Bus Service instructions at the stop.

Before boarding: check whether the service is local, limited or SBS, select the correct direction, and follow the payment or proof-of-payment instructions displayed by the MTA.

For current pricing, see the MTA fares and tolls page. At the time of this editorial review, the MTA lists $3 for most local, limited and Select Bus Service buses; the official fare page is the final source.

Bx12 schedule and live arrivals

Open the official MTA Bx12 schedule for timetable details and use MTA Bus Time for current arrivals. Check the service date, weekday or weekend pattern, holiday notes and any alert before leaving.

  • Confirm the direction and destination before selecting an arrival.
  • Allow extra time for traffic, weather, construction and major events.
  • Recheck the route if you are connecting to a subway, train, appointment or airport service.

Connections and trip planning

For broader New York planning, see the New York City bus guide. You can also compare the M15 guide, Bx12 guide, Q44 guide, B46 guide and S79 guide.

Accessibility and rider tips

Review the MTA accessibility resources if you need accessible boarding, assistance or reduced-fare information. Conditions can change with construction, weather or a temporary detour.

  • Search for Bx12-SBS in the live MTA tool.
  • Arrive at the marked stop and verify the destination sign.
  • Keep your payment method ready before boarding.
  • Check MTA alerts before travelling during severe weather or major events.
  • Report outdated information through the BusUpdate corrections page.

Bx12 FAQs

Where does Bx12 run?

Bx12 connects Inwood / Broadway–207 St and Bay Plaza Shopping Center / Co-op City via Fordham Road across the Bronx, with the Inwood and Bay Plaza terminals.

Where can I find the full stop list?

Search Bx12-SBS in MTA Bus Time for the current stop sequence and estimated arrivals.

How much does Bx12 cost?

Use the current MTA fares page for the final price. The standard fare listed for most local, limited and SBS buses is subject to official changes.

Can service times change?

Yes. Traffic, weather, construction, special events and planned service changes can affect running time and stops.

Editorial note: BusUpdate is independent and is not operated by the MTA. Route patterns, stop locations, schedules, fares and payment policies can change. Confirm live details with the official operator before departure.

Official route data and verification

Route / operator Bx12 / Bx12-SBS — MTA New York City Transit
Endpoints Broadway–207 St / Inwood ↔ Bay Plaza–Co-op City
Corridor Pelham Parkway and Fordham Road
Frequency Varies by day, direction and local/SBS service; see official timetable
Fare and payment MTA standard bus fare; verify current fare before travel OMNY contactless payment and OMNY Card; follow posted SBS payment/proof-of-payment instructions
Official live source MTA timetable · MTA Bus Time live arrivals

Last verified: October 5, 2026. MTA schedules, stops, fares and payment rules can change; confirm the official source before travel.