Phase 2 starts October 11

Temporary schedules begin Sunday, October 11. Weekday Midtown Direct trains divert to Hoboken from Monday, October 12 through November 13. Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast have fewer trains. Weekend trains still serve Penn Station NY, with adjusted times.

Weekend tickets: Hoboken monthly/weekly passes and FLEXPASS are valid to Penn Station NY. One-way and round-trip riders need Penn Station NY tickets.

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Portal Bridge in the news

Coverage of the cutover from local and regional news sources, updated throughout the day.