Commuters faced significant delays Friday morning after a disabled train at Newark Penn Station caused backups across NJ Transit rail service into and out of Penn Station New York throughout the day.
The stalled train, reported just before 8 a.m., led to system-wide slowdowns, with NJ Transit warning of up to 30-minute delays in both directions. The disruption affected multiple lines, including the Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, and Raritan Valley Line.
As of midday, delays persisted as crews worked to clear the disabled train and restore normal operations. NJ Transit advised riders to check for updates and allow for extra travel time.
The incident occurred at one of the busiest choke points in the regional rail network, amplifying the impact on commuters heading into Manhattan as well as travelers connecting at Newark. Trains were held in place across the system to prevent further congestion.
Officials have not confirmed the cause of the disabled train or when full service will resume. No injuries were reported.
Key Points
- NJ Transit delays up to 30 minutes due to disabled train at Newark Penn
- All lines into and out of Penn Station New York affected
- Crews still working to restore full service as of midday