111th Street

111th Street is an elevated 7 line stop in Corona, Queens, and for many visitors it is the closest station to the eastern edge of Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. From the platform you look out over a residential neighbourhood of two-family houses, corner shops and the tree-lined blocks that lead down toward the park. It is a quieter stop than the busier stations to the west, with a strong local, family feel.

Served only by the 7 train, the station sits on the long elevated viaduct that carries the line across Queens between Flushing and Manhattan. Its main draw for out-of-towners is proximity to the park, the New York Hall of Science and the wide green spaces that once hosted two World's Fairs.

Station Overview

111th Street opened in 1925 and is served solely by the 7 train. It is an elevated station raised above Roosevelt Avenue on the steel viaduct typical of this stretch of the line. Fares are a single flat rate paid with a contactless OMNY tap or a MetroCard, the same price no matter how far you travel.

Lines and Connectivity

The 7 is the only line here. Heading west it runs through Corona, Jackson Heights and Long Island City before crossing under the East River to Manhattan, stopping at Grand Central and finishing at Hudson Yards. Heading east it reaches the terminus at Flushing-Main Street in a few stops. The 7 operates both local and express trains during peak hours, and express services skip this stop in the peak direction, so board a local here.

Station Layout and Structure

This is an elevated station with side platforms for each direction, reached by stairs from the street-level mezzanine. Being outdoors, the platforms are exposed to the weather, so use the sheltered sections while waiting in winter. The elevated position gives clear views toward the park and the surrounding rooftops of Corona.

Accessibility

111th Street is step-free, with elevators linking the street, the mezzanine and the platforms. Travellers using wheelchairs, or with pushchairs or luggage, can use the station without stairs, which is especially handy given how popular the nearby park is with families. Check the MTA website or app before travelling in case an elevator is out of service.

Travel Tips

• This is the handiest station for the New York Hall of Science and the eastern side of Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.
• During rush hour check whether your 7 train is local or express, as express trains do not stop here in the busy direction.
• The platforms are outdoors, so dress for the weather while you wait.

Nearby Attractions

New York Hall of Science - about 8 minutes on foot south into the park. A hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits and an outdoor science playground, popular with families.

Flushing Meadows-Corona Park - roughly 8 minutes on foot south. The borough's largest park, home to the Unisphere, boating lakes, the Queens Museum and wide lawns left from the 1939 and 1964 World's Fairs.

Queens Zoo - about 12 minutes on foot into the park. A small zoo focused on North American wildlife, including bison, pumas and a sea lion pool.

Corona - at street level. A friendly, largely Latino residential neighbourhood with bakeries, taquerias and local shops along the side streets.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

The 7 train runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week, a feature that sets the New York subway apart from most metros elsewhere. Overnight, from about midnight to 5am, service is less frequent, so plan for longer waits. Weekday rush hours are the busiest on Manhattan-bound trains, while weekends can be busy in the other direction when families head to the park. Midday and early afternoon are the most relaxed times to travel.