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NJ Transit fares rise again as riders deal with delays on key rail lines

Transit officials say the additional revenue is needed to help prevent future service cuts.

Tony Caputo

Jul 1, 2026, 5:32 AM

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NJ Transit riders are paying more starting today as a scheduled fare increase takes effect across the system.

Train and bus fares increased 3% on July 1.

The increase was approved two years ago.

Transit officials say the additional revenue is needed to help prevent future service cuts.

The fare increase comes after signal issues caused major delays Tuesday night near Newark Broad Street station.

The delays affected the Morris & Essex, Gladstone and Montclair-Boonton lines.

Some riders were stranded for up to 90 minutes.

Many fans traveling to the France vs. Spain World Cup match were also impacted by the delays.




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