NEW JERSEY — Motorists faced delays across North and Central New Jersey Tuesday morning, with a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike in Cranbury, a crash investigation on Route 4 in Fair Lawn, and heavy congestion approaching New York City crossings.
The most significant incident was reported on the New Jersey Turnpike inner roadway northbound just south of Interchange 8A (NJ 32) in Cranbury Township. Officials said all travel lanes remained open, but a vehicle was disabled on the left shoulder following the crash.
A disabled tractor-trailer also continued to slow traffic on the New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur southbound north of Interchange 15X in Secaucus, where the right lane remained blocked.
Route 4 investigation, Turnpike incidents slow traffic
A crash investigation on Route 4 at Fairlawn Parkway in Fair Lawn closed one eastbound lane and one westbound lane, creating delays through Bergen County.
The disabled tractor-trailer on the Eastern Spur contributed to a mile-and-a-half backup approaching Secaucus.
Traffic volume also caused slowdowns on several major highways, including:
- Garden State Parkway southbound between East Orange and Newark (2½-mile delay)
- NJ 17 southbound in Paramus and Rochelle Park
- NJ 17 northbound through Hackensack and Maywood
- I-80 westbound in Totowa and Wayne
- I-280 westbound in Newark and Parsippany
- NJ 24 westbound in Millburn
- US 1 northbound in Lawrence Township
- I-295 northbound in Bordentown
- NJ 29 northbound into Trenton
- US 206 southbound in Mount Olive
- Pulaski Skyway northbound into Jersey City
- US 1&9 and US 1&9 Truck Route through Jersey City and North Bergen
Hudson River crossings backed up
Drivers heading into New York experienced typical rush-hour congestion at several crossings.
Travel times included:
- Lincoln Tunnel: Approximately 25 minutes from NJ Turnpike Exit 16E.
- Holland Tunnel: Approximately 20 minutes from Exit 14C and Route 139.
- George Washington Bridge: About 15 minutes from the Cross Bronx Expressway to Interstate 80 on both upper and lower levels.
Truck restrictions also remained in effect on the George Washington Bridge and Port Street in Newark for oversized commercial vehicles.
Key Points
- Crash reported on the NJ Turnpike northbound near Interchange 8A in Cranbury.
- Crash investigation continues on Route 4 in Fair Lawn with lane closures in both directions.
- Disabled tractor-trailer slows traffic on the Turnpike Eastern Spur in Secaucus.
- Heavy commuter delays reported on the Garden State Parkway, NJ 17, I-80, I-280, and Hudson River crossings.
FAQ
Where is the biggest crash Tuesday morning?
On the New Jersey Turnpike inner roadway northbound south of Interchange 8A in Cranbury Township.
Is Route 4 affected?
Yes. A crash investigation in Fair Lawn has reduced traffic to one lane in each direction.
Which highways have the longest delays?
The Garden State Parkway, NJ Turnpike Eastern Spur, NJ 17, I-80, I-280, and approaches to the Hudson River crossings.
Are the Lincoln and Holland tunnels backed up?
Yes. Drivers should expect travel times of about 20 to 25 minutes entering New York.
Source: New Jersey Department of Transportation 511 traffic reports, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Morning commuters encountered crashes, investigations, and heavy traffic across major New Jersey highways, with the Turnpike, Route 4, and Hudson River crossings experiencing the biggest delays.
