A possible strike against NJ TRANSIT by members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen could impact rail service as early as 12:01 a.m. on Friday, May 16, 2025.
If the strike proceeds, it will result in a full shutdown of NJ TRANSIT rail service.
In developing its contingency plan, NJ TRANSIT will focus available resources on the largest segment of its rail customer base—the more than 70,000 New York-bound customers, including customers who transfer from NJ TRANSIT rail to PATH trains at Hoboken Terminal and Newark Penn Station. Through a combination of added capacity to existing New York bus routes, operation of a regional Park & Ride service, NJ TRANSIT estimates that it can only carry approximately 20% of current rail customers as the bus system capacity can not replace the railroad.
As part of the contingency plan, NJ TRANSIT will add limited capacity to existing New York commuter bus routes near rail stations and partner with private carriers to operate weekday peak-period bus service from key regional Park & Ride locations.
Customers are strongly advised to work from home if possible and to restrict travel on the NJ TRANSIT system to essential trips only.
In the event of a NJ TRANSIT rail service stoppage, carpooling may be a viable option for your travel needs. To learn more about carpooling options in New Jersey, visit NJRideshare.com. |
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