Commuters who use six different NJ Transit travel modes ranked public transit safer from COVID-19 than traveling on a plane, but less safe than working in an office. South Jersey bus riders gave transit use the highest ranking at 77%, followed by Access Link passengers ay 73% North Jersey bus riders at 71%.
Is the New Jersey light rail Safe?
NJ Transit’s light rail systems had the second highest number of crimes at 1,528, which broke down to 76 major crimes and 1,452 lesser offenses, Smith said. NJ Transit’s bus system has a total of 731 crimes, 73 that were considered major crimes and 658 that were minor offenses, he said.
Are masks required on NJ buses?
“It was looked at internally and at this time, there are no plans to extend,” said Jim Smith, an NJ Transit spokesman. “However, masks remain optional, and we encourage all those who wish to continue to wear them to do so if that provides for a more comfortable travel experience.”
Is NJ Transit still running?
NJ TRANSIT bus service is operating as scheduled. Please click here to view current alerts and advisories across all NJ Transit services.
Is NJ Transit and Amtrak the same?
They do share the same tracks. And yes, Amtrak is 2x NJ Transit. Anna, There’s generally an employee in the ticket area, so you can ask if you’re still confused when you get there.
Is the Trenton train station safe?
Very safe. There is a police officer there 24 hours a day.
Is NJ Transit bus free?
Family SuperSaver: Two children ages five through 11 may travel free with a passenger paying any valid fare. This program is available on trains, light rail, and buses during weekends and holidays from 7 p.m. Friday (or the day before a holiday) until 6 a.m. Monday (or the day after a holiday).
Why is NJ TRANSIT always late?
But not all the delays were blamed on NJ Transit. Careless car drivers also cause delays. Traffic was blamed as the major cause for delays by 73% of the riders.
Is NJ TRANSIT 24 hours?
NJ Transit train service is not 24/7.
Trains run between 5 a.m. and 1 a.m. For 24-hour service, take the PATH train and NJ Transit’s #62 bus. NJ Transit’s app is the best way to buy tickets: Download it on your iPhone or Android phone before you go.
Does NJ TRANSIT have WiFi?
Optimum is proud to partner with NJ TRANSIT to provide travelers with high-speed WiFi hotspot access. To see if WiFi is available at your rail station, go to the Rider Tools menu and click on Station & Parking Info or click here.
Can you drink on NJ Transit train?
Did you know that it’s legal to drink alcohol on NJ Transit passenger trains? While certain events have seen temporary booze bans in the past – such as New Year’s Eve and St. Patrick’s Day – it’s legal to drink alcoholic beverages aboard NJ Transit trains, according to NJ Transit Police Chief Christopher Trucillo.
How many seats are on the NJ Transit bus?
The articulated buses transport a maximum of 100 people, compared to 56 passenger capacity that a regular 40-foot bus can move, said Michael Kilcoyne, NJ Transit general manager of bus operations last month. The larger buses also will help riders observe social distancing requirements after an executive order by Gov.
Is NJ Transit a bus or train?
NJ TRANSIT offers an array of options for purchasing rail, bus, and light rail tickets. The NJ TRANSIT Mobile App® provides customers the convenience of buying and displaying most tickets and passes securely from a mobile device.
Is it safe to walk in Trenton?
Regarding safety: yes, crime is high but the perception gets exaggerated. You need to be careful but keep it real. I feel safe walking around downtown and other areas during the day. Trenton is a place where everyone knows everybody.
Is it safe to live in Trenton NJ?
The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Trenton is 1 in 33. Based on FBI crime data, Trenton is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to New Jersey, Trenton has a crime rate that is higher than 92% of the state’s cities and towns of all sizes.
Can you park overnight at NJ Transit stations?
If you have any questions if a station allows overnight parking, give NJ Transit a call. For the two stations you mentioned, it appears overnight parking is permitted at both stations in certain lots.
Does NJ TRANSIT accept cash?
You can buy all tickets for any mode of transit on the NJ TRANSIT App, at a Ticket Vending Machine, or at a staffed Ticket Office. TVMs are easy to use. Simply follow the on-screen instructions. TVMs accept cash, debit cards and credit cards (American Express, Discover, MasterCard and VISA).
How much is a train ticket from NJ to NYC?
Fares
| FARE OPTIONS | PRICE | PRICE PER RIDE |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Trip SmartLink* /PATH SingleRide Ticket** / Pay-Per-Ride MetroCard*** | $2.75 | $2.75 |
| PATH 2-Trip MetroCard**** | $5.50 | $2.75 |
| 10 Trip SmartLink | $26.00 | $2.60 |
| 20 Trip SmartLink | $52.00 | $2.60 |
Does NJ TRANSIT run on weekends?
NJ TRANSIT rail operates on a weekend schedule. Rail service begins to Monmouth Park this Fri/Sat/Sun through Sept.
What does cross honoring mean NJ TRANSIT?
Cross-honoring is an arrangement in which either one transit agency allows riders from another agency to ride its system, or NJ TRANSIT riders of one mode, such as bus or train, can use their tickets to travel on a different mode.
What time does the NJ TRANSIT train stop running?
With the exception of the last eastbound train at 12:11 a.m., Newark-bound trains stop hourly from 6:50 a.m. until 10:50 p.m.
