NEW JERSEY – Drivers across New Jersey are facing a difficult Monday morning commute as crashes, disabled vehicles, and heavy traffic continue to impact several of the state’s busiest highways and bridges.
The most significant incident involves a disabled tractor-trailer on the upper level of the George Washington Bridge, where two right lanes are blocked approaching Exit 1A for the Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan.
Motorists traveling toward New York are also experiencing delays at the Holland Tunnel and Lincoln Tunnel, while crashes on Interstate 78, Interstate 295, and the Garden State Parkway are slowing traffic throughout North, Central, and South Jersey.
Crashes impacting major highways
A crash on the westbound local lanes of I-78 east of Exit 49 at Springfield Avenue in Union Township has closed the left lane, creating delays between Vaux Hall Road and Springfield.
In South Jersey, a crash on southbound I-295 just south of Exit 29 near U.S. Route 30 in Haddon Heights has closed two of three lanes. Drivers should also expect rubbernecking delays on the northbound side approaching the scene.
Meanwhile, another crash has blocked two left lanes at the southbound Raritan Toll Plaza on the Garden State Parkway in Sayreville.
Shore traffic already building
Northbound Garden State Parkway traffic is backed up approximately five miles from the Celia Cruz Service Area in Lacey Township to Exit 80 in South Toms River following an earlier incident.
Additional delays are being reported on:
- George Washington Bridge (upper and lower levels) in both directions.
- Holland Tunnel eastbound from Jersey City into Manhattan (about 15 minutes).
- Lincoln Tunnel eastbound from Weehawken (20 to 25 minutes).
- New Jersey Turnpike Western Spur northbound approaching Newark.
- I-280 westbound through Harrison and Newark.
- Route 17 southbound through Paramus and Rochelle Park.
- I-80 westbound through Elmwood Park and Paterson.
- Pulaski Skyway northbound into Jersey City.
- Route 139 Lower eastbound approaching the Holland Tunnel.
Truck restrictions also remain in effect on portions of the George Washington Bridge and Port Street in Newark due to ongoing roadway work and oversize vehicle limitations.
Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time, reduce speed in work zones and crash areas, and check real-time traffic conditions before departing.
Key Points
- Crashes on I-78, I-295, and the Garden State Parkway are slowing Monday morning traffic.
- A disabled tractor-trailer is blocking two lanes on the George Washington Bridge upper level.
- Heavy delays continue at the George Washington Bridge, Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, and several North Jersey highways.
FAQ
- Where are the biggest delays?
The George Washington Bridge, Garden State Parkway, I-78, I-295, and Hudson River crossings into New York. - Is the George Washington Bridge affected?
Yes. A disabled tractor-trailer is blocking two right lanes on the upper level westbound, with delays in both directions. - What happened on I-295?
A southbound crash near Exit 29 in Haddon Heights has closed two lanes. - Why is traffic heavy on the Garden State Parkway?
A crash at the Raritan Toll Plaza and lingering delays from an earlier incident in Ocean County are slowing traffic. - Should drivers expect delays into New York City?
Yes. The George Washington Bridge, Holland Tunnel, and Lincoln Tunnel are all reporting commuter delays.
Source: New Jersey Department of Transportation 511, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Monday morning commuters are encountering crashes, lane closures, and heavy congestion across New Jersey’s highways and Hudson River crossings.
