36 Av (N,W) is a station in Queens of the NYC subway, served by the N, W route(s). Based on MTA public data, this station is registered as not accessible. For travelers with wheelchairs, strollers, or heavy luggage, checking accessibility before choosing a destination station is the starting point for trip planning. This guide covers this station's accessibility information, where it stands within the same borough, and how to use it for your actual trip.
36 Av (N,W) is not ADA wheelchair accessible
36 Av (N,W) is classified as not ADA-accessible in MTA public data. If a wheelchair or stroller user must pass through this station, it is safer to route through a nearby accessible station or consider another mode of transport.
Routes serving this station and station structure
The daytime routes serving 36 Av (N,W) are N, W. The station structure is registered as "Elevated," and the shape of the accessible route can vary by structure — at grade, elevated, or underground.
Don't judge direction by route number or letter alone — confirm the destination and next station shown on the platform display. At stations where multiple routes overlap, there is a real risk of boarding a train in the opposite direction.
Where this station stands for accessibility within Queens
Of the 79 stations registered in Queens, 24 are ADA-accessible — about 30.4%.
36 Av (N,W) is one of the not-accessible stations outside that share. Since Queens has a limited number of ADA-accessible stations, wheelchair users should plan their route by finding an accessible station near their destination in advance.
Check today's real-time availability separately
This data is static accessibility information the MTA publishes and does not include today's real-time elevator/escalator outages or inspections. Even a station marked accessible could have equipment temporarily out of service, so it is worth checking this station's recent availability and outage history together on the elevator and escalator availability page.
If equipment access is essential for your trip, check real-time status on official MTA guidance (mta.info) before you leave, and prioritize station staff guidance and signage once on site.
How to use this information when planning your trip
Wheelchair or stroller users should check ADA accessibility at both the origin and destination stations before deciding a route. If there is a transfer, be sure to check the transfer station's accessibility too — even if one leg is accessible, the trip can be difficult if the full route isn't.
If your destination is near a station marked not accessible, consider getting off at a nearby accessible station and continuing on the surface. Since walking may be difficult depending on distance and terrain, it is worth checking the actual walking route on a map app in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 36 Av (N,W) ADA wheelchair accessible?
No, it is registered as not accessible based on MTA public data. Consider routing through a nearby accessible station.
If a station is ADA-accessible, does the elevator always work?
It cannot be guaranteed. This information is static, station-level data and does not include today's real-time equipment status. Check recent availability on the elevator and escalator availability page.
What routes serve 36 Av (N,W)?
It is served by the N, W route(s).
How many accessible stations are there in Queens?
Of the 79 stations registered in Queens, 24 (about 30.4%) are registered as accessible.
Sources and usage notes
This organizes MTA (Metropolitan Transportation Authority) public ADA accessibility data at the station level. The data was collected on 2026-09-17; real-time equipment status and whether the latest accessibility upgrades are reflected should be confirmed with official guidance.