NYC PATH Adapts Platforms for Station Upgrades
PATH trains at Newark and Harrison stations use different platforms during construction
PATH Shifts Newark, Harrison Platforms for Work
PATH riders using Newark and Harrison stations now board trains from different platforms due to construction work, transit officials said. The changes took effect November 25 at both stations, though officials haven't said when normal operations will resume. Newark service now uses Platform B next to Track 1 and Platform C next to Track 2, while Harrison trains operate from the World Trade Center-bound track.
Construction Prompts Service Adjustments
The platform changes accommodate ongoing construction at both stations, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which operates PATH. Details about the construction project requiring the platform changes weren't immediately available. PATH serves 13 stations across 13.8 miles of track connecting Manhattan with Newark, Harrison, Hoboken, and Jersey City. The system carried 285,000 passengers per weekday before the pandemic, though current ridership levels have been recovering since 2020.
Platform Modifications Affect Two Stations
At Newark, all PATH service now operates from Platform B, located next to Track 1, and Platform C, located next to Track 2, officials said. Harrison station service has been redirected to run from the World Trade Center-bound track. The Port Authority hasn't released estimates of how many passengers will be affected by the platform changes or expected impacts on travel times. Officials didn't provide details about whether the construction will require additional service modifications beyond the current platform changes.
Duration of Changes Remains Unclear
The Port Authority hasn't announced when the platform changes will end or provided a timeline for the completion of construction work. Transit agencies typically conduct construction and maintenance requiring temporary service modifications, though project timelines vary based on scope and complexity. Officials said passengers should pay close attention to platform signage and allow extra time for their journey.
Riders Advised to Check Platform Locations
Commuters using Newark and Harrison stations should verify platform locations before boarding to avoid missing trains or delays. The cost of the construction project wasn't disclosed. Station signage has been updated to reflect the temporary platform assignments, officials said. Moovit provides real-time PATH updates and platform information to help riders navigate the service changes.
