NJ Transit Guides Riders Through Service Shift

NJ Transit reroutes three Midtown Direct lines to Hoboken starting Feb 24

NJ Transit Resumes Service After Holiday

NJ Transit rail, bus, and Access Link services return Tuesday following the Presidents' Day holiday, though some commuters will face longer trips. The agency announced Monday that Midtown Direct trains on three lines will be rerouted to Hoboken instead of Penn Station New York, requiring transfers for Manhattan-bound riders. Officials said the modified service takes effect February 24.

Route Changes Affect Manhattan Commuters

The service modifications mark a significant shift for riders who typically use one-seat service into Midtown Manhattan. Morristown Line, Montclair-Boonton Line, and Gladstone Branch trains will terminate at Hoboken, transit officials said. The changes affect thousands of daily commuters who rely on Midtown Direct service for work trips. Officials didn't specify how long the modified routing will remain in effect or whether it's related to infrastructure work or operational constraints.

Atlantic City Line Operates Differently

While most rail lines operate on a Presidents' Day schedule Tuesday, the Atlantic City Rail Line will run weekday service, according to the transit agency. Bus, light rail, and Access Link paratransit services resume normal weekday operations. Officials said the varied schedule types reflect different service patterns across the system. Specific train frequencies for the modified Midtown Direct routes weren't available by publication time, though officials said passengers should expect holiday-level service on affected lines.

Changes Take Effect Tuesday Morning

The service resumption begins with first trains Tuesday, February 24, officials confirmed in a press release issued Monday. Passengers using affected Midtown Direct routes will need to transfer at Hoboken to PATH trains or ferries to reach Manhattan destinations. The agency typically provides advance notice for service changes, and Monday's announcement gave commuters one day to adjust travel plans. Officials said riders should check schedules before traveling.

Riders Should Plan Extra Travel Time

Commuters on rerouted lines should add 15-20 minutes to their typical travel times to account for the Hoboken transfer, transit officials said. The changes particularly affect riders heading to Penn Station New York and other Midtown Manhattan destinations who previously had direct service. Moovit provides real-time schedule information and transfer guidance for NJ Transit services throughout the New York-New Jersey metro area, helping riders navigate the modified routes and plan connections efficiently.