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MTA to switch two major Queens train routes Monday — leaving some straphangers fearing their commutes will turn brutal
- The MTA will permanently swap the M and F routes on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., affecting about 1.2 million riders.
- MTA Chair Janno Lieber says the route swap is data-driven and will reduce delays by avoiding cross-line backups.
- Commuters expect longer and more crowded trips for some routes as the M and F lines adjust.
- MTA says the track swap will help keep trains on time and reduce backups at Queens Plaza.
- MTA states the swap is designed to be data-driven and beneficial for customers in the long run.
- Some riders, like Gabriela Vidella, express mixed feelings about the changes and crowding.
- The MTA notes the swap will take effect in phases with different station stops for M and F.
- The change aims to reduce backups by removing cross-line travel for certain routes.
- News highlights show trending discussion around the MTA changes with multiple referenced voices.
- Initial reports indicate the swap will be implemented starting Dec. 8 with phased rider adjustments.
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