B46 Bus Brooklyn: Stops, Schedule, Transfers & OMNY Guide (2026)

B46 Bus Guide

Williamsburg Bridge Plaza ↔ Kings Plaza via Utica Avenue

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

B46 connects Williamsburg Bridge Plaza with Kings Plaza. 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 B46 in MTA Bus Time before travelling.

B46 Essential Information

Route number B46
Service type B46 local and limited-stop service
North / west terminal Williamsburg Bridge Plaza
South / east terminal Kings Plaza
Main corridor Utica Avenue through central and eastern Brooklyn
Best live source MTA Bus Time

B46 route and direction

B46 may operate with local and limited-stop patterns. Confirm whether the arriving bus is local or limited before boarding, and check the destination sign for Williamsburg or Kings Plaza. Always read the destination sign before boarding, especially when local and limited-stop buses share a corridor.

Direction Terminal What to check
Toward Williamsburg Bridge Plaza Williamsburg Bridge Plaza Confirm the northbound or westbound destination and current stop
Toward Kings Plaza Kings Plaza 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:

  • Williamsburg Bridge Plaza: a useful planning landmark along the B46 corridor. Confirm the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.
  • Bedford–Stuyvesant: a useful planning landmark along the B46 corridor. Confirm the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.
  • Crown Heights: a useful planning landmark along the B46 corridor. Confirm the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.
  • Flatbush and Utica Avenue: a useful planning landmark along the B46 corridor. Confirm the exact stop name and direction in MTA Bus Time.
  • Kings Plaza: a useful planning landmark along the B46 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.

B46 schedule and live arrivals

Open the official MTA B46 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 B46 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.

B46 FAQs

Where does B46 run?

B46 connects Williamsburg Bridge Plaza and Kings Plaza via Utica Avenue through central and eastern Brooklyn.

Where can I find the full stop list?

Search B46 in MTA Bus Time for the current stop sequence and estimated arrivals.

How much does B46 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 B46 / B46-SBS — MTA New York City Transit
Endpoints Williamsburg Bridge Plaza / DeKalb Avenue ↔ Kings Plaza
Corridor Utica Avenue through Brooklyn
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.