NJ Transit Train first time riding

I've never taken a train anywhere before and need to take an NJ Transit train by myself tomorrow. How do you navigate the train station and find the train number to make sure you get on the right train?

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Best Answer

Details vary depending on which station(s) you'll be using. In general, trains are announced on video screens and/or by audio announcements. Video screens are more common at larger stations and list the next several upcoming trains with arrival time, line name and track number. Audio announcements indicate a track number, train number, and time until arrival. At larger stations there may be staff available who can help.

Schedules are posted, in case you're not sure of the exact time or train number. There's also extensive information at the NJ Transit web site and numerous mobile apps that will help (search on "NJ Transit").

If you're nervous about it, I suggest NJ Transit's How to ride NJ Transit page. Their Station and Parking Information page also includes diagrams of stations and other details that may help.

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Do NJ TRANSIT tickets work both ways?

All tickets are valid in either direction.

Is NJ TRANSIT train 24 hours?

For information by telephone, call our Transit Information Center. Automated service is available 24/7 and operators are available from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m daily....Schedules and Fares.Nationwide(973) 275-5555Text Telephone TT(800) 772-2287

Can you drink alcohol on NJ TRANSIT?

Reminder: All beverages, including alcohol, are not permitted on NJ TRANSIT buses at any time regardless of event. If you see something suspicious or unusual, take note of it. We encourage you to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity, packages or vehicles, with as many details as possible.

Where do you get NJ TRANSIT?

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).

A ride on the Northeast Corridor with New Jersey Transit

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