NJ Transit Bus Schedule: Routes, Times & Stops

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NJ TRANSIT Statewide Bus Rider Guide

Find NJ TRANSIT Bus Routes, Timetables, Stops, Zones and Live Arrival Times

NJ TRANSIT operates more than 250 bus routes serving local trips, New York City commuters, Philadelphia connections, major terminals, park-and-rides and communities across New Jersey.

This guide explains which official tool to use, how to read a PDF timetable, how five-digit stop IDs work, how fare zones affect the ticket price, and what to check before boarding.

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Bus network More than 250 routes
Bus stops More than 19,000
MyBus text number 69287
Customer service 973-275-5555
Guide reviewed
Quick answer

Use the Correct NJ TRANSIT Tool for the Information You Need

A PDF schedule, trip planner and MyBus prediction answer different questions. Using the wrong tool is a major reason riders see apparently conflicting times.

Know the route number Open the bus schedule selector to view the official timetable PDF, route map, directions and timepoints.
Open Bus Schedules
Know the origin and destination Use the Trip Planner when you do not know which bus route, transfer or combination of services to take.
Open Trip Planner
Know the five-digit stop ID Use MyBus to see GPS-based predictions or the next scheduled buses serving that exact stop.
Open MyBus
Need the nearest stop Use Service Near a Location because timetable PDFs show key stops rather than every intermediate bus stop.
Find Nearby Service
Need the ticket price Use the Trip Planner or official fare tables after identifying whether the trip is intrastate, interstate or intracommuter.
Open 2026 Fare Tables
Need delay or detour information Check current travel alerts separately from the printed timetable.
Check Bus Alerts
Do not treat a PDF time as a live prediction. The PDF is the planned schedule. MyBus may show a GPS prediction, while an alert can report a detour, deleted stop or canceled trip.

NJ TRANSIT Bus Guide Contents

Official Tools Statewide Network Find a Schedule Read Timetables Find a Stop MyBus Live Times Fare Zones 2026 Fare Examples Fare PDFs Tickets & Passes Payment Methods Major Terminals PABT Rules Mobile App How to Ride Accessibility Bikes & Luggage Discount Fares Alerts & Holidays Troubleshooting Contacts FAQs
Trip-control workflow

How the Official NJ TRANSIT Bus Tools Work Together

Trip Planner
A→B
Finds a route or transfer from an origin to a destination.
PDF Schedule
PDF
Shows route direction, key stops, planned trips and fare-zone boundaries.
Stop ID
5#
Identifies the exact physical stop rather than only the intersection.
MyBus
GPS
Shows a prediction when GPS information is available.
Alerts
!
Explains detours, delays, temporary stops and service changes.
Best practice: plan the route first, confirm the PDF schedule, save the stop ID, check MyBus shortly before departure, and review active alerts.
Simplified statewide navigator

Understand the NJ TRANSIT Bus Network by Major Travel Hub

This SVG is a planning diagram, not a geographic route map. It shows common transfer hubs that help riders organize statewide and interstate bus travel.

NJ TRANSIT bus network hub diagram A simplified diagram connecting Port Authority Bus Terminal, George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal, Hoboken, Journal Square, Newark Penn Station, Trenton, Camden and Atlantic City. NEWARK PENN PABT Midtown Manhattan GWB TERMINAL Upper Manhattan HOBOKEN Bus • PATH • Rail • Ferry JOURNAL SQUARE Jersey City connections TRENTON Bus • Rail • River LINE WALTER RAND Camden • PATCO • Bus NORTH JERSEY ATLANTIC CITY
Do not choose a bus only by destination city. Several routes may serve the same terminal but use different roads, intermediate stops, zones and operating periods.
Official timetable lookup

How to Find an NJ TRANSIT Bus Schedule by Route Number

Open the official Bus Point-to-Point page. Visit the NJ TRANSIT bus schedule selector.
Select the bus route number. Route numbers can serve different communities, terminals and direction variants. Confirm the route description beside the number.
Open the official PDF timetable. The document normally includes the route map, zone boundaries, key-stop timepoints, service-day tables and footnotes.
Choose the correct direction. Match the final destination shown on the bus rather than relying only on inbound, outbound, northbound or southbound.
Select weekday, Saturday or Sunday. A route can have different first trips, last trips, frequencies and branches on each service day.
Check the timetable effective date. Search results can retain old PDF links after a schedule change. Reopen the official route selector when the document appears outdated.
Read every lettered footnote. A letter beside a trip may identify a short turn, limited pattern, school trip, different terminal or stop exception.
Check live information before leaving. Use MyBus and the alerts page after identifying the correct route, direction and stop.
PDF schedules show key stops, not every bus stop. An intermediate stop may be located between two printed timepoints without appearing by name in the timetable.

How to Read an NJ TRANSIT Bus Timetable

Direction Confirm the destination heading above the schedule.
Service day Choose weekday, Saturday, Sunday or holiday.
Timepoint Match the numbered column to the route map.
Trip row Read horizontally across one complete bus trip.
Footnote Check letters and symbols beside the times.
Zone line Count every fare-zone boundary crossed.
Your stop is between two timepoints Use the earlier printed time as a planning reference and arrive at least five minutes early. MyBus can provide a stop-specific prediction closer to departure.
A dash appears in the row The trip may not serve that timepoint or may use another route pattern. Do not treat a dash as a missing printing value.
The same route has several destinations Read the bus destination sign. Some trips end early, use another terminal or follow only part of the full route.
The PDF and MyBus time differ The PDF is scheduled time. MyBus may be using GPS data affected by current traffic and operating conditions.
The timetable shows a terminal gate Recheck terminal monitors and current advisories because gate assignments can change temporarily.
The trip crosses a zone boundary Each boundary increases the number of fare zones. Ask the operator or use the Trip Planner when uncertain.

How to Find the Correct NJ TRANSIT Bus Stop

Use Service Near a Location. Search an address, landmark or location through the official nearby-service tool.
Confirm the route number on the stop sign. One intersection can contain several stops serving different directions.
Record the five-digit stop ID. Almost every NJ TRANSIT bus stop has a unique stop number used by MyBus.
Check the destination direction. The route number can be correct while the stop serves the opposite direction.
Look for a temporary-stop notice. Construction, parades, utility work and road closures can move the boarding point.
Arrive at least five minutes early. Stand on the sidewalk, away from the curb, and signal the operator as the bus approaches.
Never stand in a traffic lane or run after a departing bus. Confirm the stop location before the scheduled arrival.
GPS and scheduled arrivals

How to Use NJ TRANSIT MyBus for Live Bus Times

MyBus uses the five-digit stop ID to show buses approaching that specific location. GPS-based predictions are available when operating data is being received.

Official website MyBus Web Tool Select the route, direction and stop or enter the five-digit stop number.

Open MyBus

Text message Text the Stop ID Send the five-digit stop number to 69287. Standard carrier messaging charges may apply.
Route filter Stop ID + Route At a busy stop, text the stop number, a space and the route number to narrow the results.
Scheduled marker Asterisk Meaning An asterisk indicates a scheduled bus rather than a GPS-based real-time prediction.
MyBus limitation: the official texting page says MyBus is unavailable on mini-bus routes 878, 879, 890, 891 and 986. Each phone number is also limited to 12 text responses per day.
No prediction does not prove that service is canceled. The bus may not have started, GPS data may be unavailable, or only the scheduled trip may be displayed.
Zone-based bus fares

How NJ TRANSIT Bus Fare Zones Work

The price is based on the fare category and the number of zones traveled. Each zone boundary crossed adds another zone to the trip.

ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 3 ZONE 4 ZONE 5
Count the starting zone and every boundary crossed. Confirm the exact result through the Trip Planner or bus operator.
Intrastate Travel remains within New Jersey. Northern and Southern Intrastate fare tables are different.
Interstate Travel crosses between New Jersey and New York City or Philadelphia. Northern and Southern Interstate tables differ.
Intracommuter A separate fare structure applies to specified commuter trips from the U.S. Routes 9 and 18 area toward Jersey City, Weehawken, Hoboken or Newark.
Do not estimate the fare from miles alone. Two trips of similar distance can cross different numbers of official zone boundaries.
Fares effective July 1, 2026

Current One-Zone NJ TRANSIT Bus Fare Examples

These figures illustrate why the route’s fare category matters. They are not a universal price for every trip.

Northern Intrastate Adult, one zone
$1.90
Southern Intrastate Adult, one zone
$1.90
Northern Interstate Adult, one zone
$2.20
Southern Interstate Adult, one zone
$2.30
Intracommuter Adult, six zones
$8.45
Fare Category 1 Zone 2 Zones 5 Zones 10 Zones
Northern Intrastate $1.90 $3.00 $4.95 $8.15
Southern Intrastate $1.90 $2.65 $4.55 $7.45
Northern Interstate $2.20 $4.20 $8.45 $15.80
Southern Interstate $2.30 $3.70 $7.60 $14.30
Use the table only after confirming the correct fare category. The official Trip Planner is safer than guessing whether a route belongs to the Northern, Southern, Interstate or Intrastate table.
Official NJ TRANSIT fare documents

View the July 1, 2026 Bus Fare Tables

Open the table that matches the route’s official fare category. The viewers use NJ TRANSIT-hosted files and include direct-open fallbacks.

Northern Intrastate Bus Fare Table
Open Fare PDF Check Fare Library
Northern Interstate Bus Fare Table
Open Fare PDF Check Fare Library
Southern Intrastate Bus Fare Table
Open Fare PDF Check Fare Library
Southern Interstate Bus Fare Table
Open Fare PDF Check Fare Library
Intracommuter Bus Fare Table
Open Fare PDF Check Fare Library
A broken embedded viewer does not mean the fare table was removed. Open the official PDF directly when the browser or NJ TRANSIT server blocks iframe display.

NJ TRANSIT Bus Ticket and Pass Options

Ticket Type How It Works Validity or Expiration Best For
One-Way One trip for the number of zones printed or selected. Expires 30 days including the purchase date and is generally non-refundable. Occasional riders and one-time journeys.
Full-Fare Ten-Trip Ten one-way trips for the selected zone count. Full-fare ten-trip bus tickets expire after 30 days. Repeated trips without a daily commute.
Discounted Ten-Trip Available for qualifying multi-zone travel. Discounted ten-trip bus tickets are valid for 20 days. Frequent multi-zone riders who will use all trips quickly.
FLEXPASS Twenty one-way tickets between one selected origin and destination at a 15% discount. Use within the 30-day FLEXPASS period. Hybrid commuters traveling several times per week.
Monthly Bus Pass Unlimited bus trips during a calendar month up to the number of zones printed on the pass. Valid for the named calendar month. Daily commuting and riders using transfers.
Student Monthly Pass Participating college students can receive a 25% discount through the University Partnership Program. Valid for the applicable calendar month. Eligible full-time college students.
Monthly-pass advantage: a bus monthly pass can be used for connections without purchasing a separate transfer, provided travel remains within the number of zones shown on the pass.
Five ways to pay

How to Pay for an NJ TRANSIT Bus

APP
NJ TRANSIT Mobile App Buy, store and activate one-way tickets, multi-trip products and passes. Activate the correct ticket immediately before boarding.

Open App Guide

TAP
Tap & Ride Tap a supported contactless bank card or mobile wallet on the onboard validator and tell the operator how many zones you are traveling.

Read Tap & Ride Rules

FP
FARE-PAY Card Load stored value, a monthly pass or ten-trip tickets onto the reloadable contactless card.

Open FARE-PAY Guide

TVM
Ticket Vending Machine TVMs are available at major terminals, bus park-and-rides and selected rail or light-rail locations.

Find a Ticket Location

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Exact Cash On buses that accept onboard payment, deposit the exact fare. Operators do not provide change.
TKT
Ticket Office or Retail Agent Major terminals and approved commissioned ticket agents sell selected tickets and passes. Product availability varies by location.

Find Bus Ticket Options

New York terminal exception: riders boarding at Port Authority Bus Terminal or George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal must obtain a valid ticket before boarding.
Major bus and transfer hubs

Important NJ TRANSIT Bus Terminals and Boarding Centers

Terminal gates, platforms and ticket-office hours can change. Use each official station page and current terminal screens before boarding.

Port Authority Bus Terminal

The main Midtown Manhattan terminal for many interstate commuter routes between New Jersey and New York City.

Address: West 41st Street & 8th Avenue Ticket rule: Purchase before boarding Ticket office: 6:00 a.m.–12:30 a.m. daily Important: Confirm gate and door
Open PABT Station Page

George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal

Serves Upper Manhattan connections and bus routes using the George Washington Bridge corridor.

Address: 4211 Broadway, New York Ticket rule: Purchase before boarding TVMs: Official page lists two machines Accessibility: Call for gate guidance
Open GWB Terminal Page

Newark Penn Station Bus Lanes

A major bus, rail, light-rail, PATH and intercity connection point in Newark.

Location: Raymond Plaza Ticket office: 6:10 a.m.–10:00 p.m. TVMs: Bus concourse and waiting room Check: Bus lane and stop assignment
Open Newark Bus Lanes

Hoboken Terminal Bus Lanes

Connects NJ TRANSIT buses with rail, PATH, light rail and ferry services.

Address: 1 Hudson Place Weekday ticket office: 6:10 a.m.–11:00 p.m. Weekend office: 6:45 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Important: Check construction advisories
Open Hoboken Bus Lanes

Journal Square Transportation Center

A Jersey City hub for NJ TRANSIT bus routes, PATH service and local connections.

Address: One PATH Plaza Connection: PATH Accessibility: Officially identified as accessible Boarding: Confirm platform or lane
Open Journal Square Page

Walter Rand Transportation Center

A Camden hub connecting NJ TRANSIT buses, River LINE and PATCO-area travel.

Address: 100 South Broadway Boulevard Ticket office: 6:00 a.m.–9:30 p.m. daily TVM: Inside waiting room Direction: Confirm Camden or Philadelphia connection
Open Walter Rand Page

Trenton Transit Center

A Central Jersey connection point for NJ TRANSIT bus, rail, River LINE, SEPTA and Amtrak services.

Address: 72 South Clinton Avenue Weekday office: 6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Weekend office: 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. TVMs: Official page lists seven
Open Trenton Station Page

Atlantic City Bus Terminal

A major South Jersey bus terminal serving Atlantic City and regional routes.

Address: 1901 Atlantic Avenue Ticket office: Open 24 hours TVMs: Official page lists two Travel check: Seasonal and holiday schedules
Open Atlantic City Page

Ticket-office hours above were verified on August 3, 2026. Recheck the official station page before relying on staffed assistance.

Port Authority Bus Terminal Boarding Rules

Buy before entering the gate Cash value on a FARE-PAY card is not enough by itself for departure from PABT. Load a valid ticket or pass before boarding.
Confirm the route and gate Routes may use different gates by time of day, day of week or temporary operating condition.
Watch terminal monitors The printed timetable may show general departure information, but terminal displays and advisories control temporary assignments.
Allow extra walking time PABT contains several levels, wings and gate areas. Do not arrive at the building at the scheduled departure minute.
Accessible gate assistance Call 973-275-5555 before travel for assistance locating an accessible boarding gate.
Return-trip check The New Jersey return stop may be outdoors and may not have the same ticketing facilities as PABT.
Stored-value trap: FARE-PAY stored value can pay onboard buses in New Jersey, but PABT departures require a ticket or pass loaded to the card.
Official mobile tools

What the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App Can Do

Plan trips Search bus, rail and light-rail journeys without signing into an account.
Buy and manage tickets An account is required to purchase, store and manage mobile tickets and passes.
Check real-time information View arrivals, departures, service status and route-related updates.
Save favorite stops Favorite routes and stops for quicker access and personalized notifications.
Activate before boarding Activate the correct ticket immediately before boarding and scan it when a validator is available.
Watch ticket expiration One-way, round-trip and ten-trip products generally expire 30 days after purchase, subject to the product’s stated rule.

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First-time rider sequence

How to Ride an NJ TRANSIT Bus

Identify the route, destination and fare zones. Save the PDF schedule, stop ID and expected ticket price before leaving.
Arrive at least five minutes early. Stand two or three feet from the curb at the designated stop.
Check the route number and destination sign. Many routes have more than one destination or short-turn pattern.
Signal the operator. Wave from the sidewalk as the bus approaches. Never step into the traffic lane.
Allow riders to exit first. Let customers using mobility devices or strollers board before other riders.
Pay or scan the fare. Scan the activated mobile or paper ticket, tap an accepted payment method or deposit exact cash where allowed.
Move safely into the bus. Use handrails, remain behind the white line and keep bags out of the aisle.
Request the stop in advance. Press the signal strip or nearest stop button after the preceding stop.
Wait for a full stop before standing. Use the handrail and step directly onto the sidewalk.
Never cross directly in front of the bus. Move to a designated pedestrian crossing after the bus departs.

Wheelchair Access, Kneeling Buses and Access Link

Accessible fixed-route buses NJ TRANSIT states that its buses have kneeling capability and are accessible with lifts or ramps.
Request the kneeling feature Ask the operator to lower the entrance when the first step is difficult.
Mobility-device securement The operator can assist with securing a wheelchair or other mobility device in the designated area.
Priority seating Priority seats are located near the front. Ask the operator for assistance when the area is occupied.
Accessible terminal gate Call 973-275-5555 before using PABT or GWB Terminal when gate accessibility guidance is needed.
Access Link Access Link is ADA paratransit for eligible riders unable to use local fixed-route bus or light-rail service.

Read Access Link Guide

Accessible bus does not guarantee an accessible stop. Construction, curb conditions, slopes and temporary stop locations can affect boarding.

Bicycles, Strollers, Bags and Luggage

Front bicycle racks Most buses have a front rack. Bicycle space is first-come, first-served and there is no additional bike fare.
Notify the operator Tell the operator before loading or unloading a bicycle. The operator can give instructions but normally cannot leave the bus to load it.
Bike restrictions Bikes are not permitted on articulated buses, mini-bus routes 878, 879, 890, 891 and 986, or suburban-style buses traveling to and from PABT.
Undercarriage storage Some cruiser buses have under-floor luggage compartments. Ask the operator before placing or removing a large item.
Small bags Keep bags with you and out of the aisle, doorway, priority-seating area and mobility-device space.
Strollers Allow riders using mobility devices and strollers to board first and follow operator instructions when space is limited.
Hoverboards are prohibited on NJ TRANSIT buses, trains, light rail, Access Link vehicles and NJ TRANSIT property.
Children, students and reduced fare

NJ TRANSIT Bus Discounts and Reduced Fares

Rider or Program Current Benefit Important Condition
Children ages 5–11 Approximately 50% off the regular fare. Use the child fare product for the required zones.
Children age 4 and younger Up to three ride free with a passenger paying a valid fare. Children must travel with the fare-paying passenger.
Family SuperSaver Up to two children ages 5–11 ride free with a passenger paying a valid fare. Normally valid from 7 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Monday and on defined holiday periods; not valid on Route 355.
Seniors age 62 and older 50% or more off the regular one-way fare. Carry an accepted age-identification document.
Customers with disabilities 50% or more off the regular one-way fare. Use an accepted Reduced Fare photo ID or Medicare card.
Military personnel and dependents Eligible riders can use the reduced one-way fare. Present valid military or dependent identification.
Participating college students 25% off an eligible monthly pass. The school must participate in the University Partnership Program.
2026 identification change: beginning January 1, 2026, older NJ TRANSIT Reduced Fare ID cards without a photograph are no longer accepted.

Open the official Reduced Fare Program

Bus Delays, Detours, Holidays and Severe Weather

Temporary deleted stop Read the advisory for the replacement intersection or temporary boarding point.
Terminal gate change Check terminal monitors and current notices even when the PDF lists a gate.
Traffic delay MyBus may move the prediction later as the bus encounters congestion.
Holiday schedule Check the holiday guide inside the route timetable and the current holiday service announcement.
Severe weather Snow, flooding or high winds can cause delays, route changes or service suspension.
Special event Stadium events, concerts, parades and major gatherings can alter gates, routes and crowd-control procedures.
Alert sequence: check the official alerts page, the mobile app, MyBus and any terminal announcement before a time-critical trip.

View Current NJ TRANSIT Alerts

Practical NJ TRANSIT Bus Trip Scenarios

New Jersey to Midtown Manhattan Confirm that the route serves PABT, buy the correct interstate-zone ticket before boarding in New York, and verify the terminal gate.
Local trip within Newark Find the exact stop ID, confirm the route destination and use the Northern Intrastate fare category when the official trip result identifies it.
Trip to Newark Airport Do not assume every airport-labeled station has direct bus service. Use the Trip Planner for the correct terminal, route and connection.
South Jersey to Philadelphia Confirm whether the trip is Southern Interstate and whether a Camden, Walter Rand or Philadelphia transfer is required.
Atlantic City journey Check weekday, weekend and holiday service, especially for seasonal or event travel.
Bus-to-rail connection Allow recovery time between services. A printed connection is not guaranteed when the bus is delayed.

NJ TRANSIT Bus Checklist Before Leaving

  • Confirm the route number and full route description.
  • Choose the correct destination direction.
  • Select weekday, Saturday, Sunday or holiday service.
  • Check the timetable effective date.
  • Save the five-digit stop ID.
  • Count or verify the fare zones.
  • Buy the correct ticket or prepare exact fare.
  • Check MyBus and current service alerts.
  • Confirm the terminal gate or boarding lane.
  • Arrive at least five minutes early.

NJ TRANSIT Bus Schedule Problems and Solutions

The PDF schedule will not open Return to the official bus schedule selector and open the route again. The old document URL may have changed.
Your stop is missing from the PDF The timetable lists key stops only. Use Service Near a Location or MyBus to find the intermediate stop.
MyBus shows an asterisk The displayed time is scheduled rather than a GPS prediction.
No bus appears in MyBus Check the alerts page, the next scheduled departure and whether the route uses a mini-bus excluded from MyBus.
The app and PDF disagree Confirm the service day and schedule effective date. The app may contain newer operating data.
You do not know the number of zones Enter the origin and destination in the official Trip Planner or ask the operator before tapping an onboard payment method.
Your contactless payment fails Use a valid activated ticket, FARE-PAY card or exact cash where onboard payment is permitted.
You are at the wrong terminal gate Check the departure monitor and ask an NJ TRANSIT or terminal representative immediately.
The bus passed without stopping Confirm that you waved from the designated stop, the destination matched and the bus was not out of service or on a limited pattern.
You left an item onboard File the official lost-property inquiry with the route, direction, stop, date, approximate time and item description.
Official assistance

NJ TRANSIT Customer Service, Accessibility and Safety Contacts

Transit Information 973-275-5555
Automated information is available 24 hours.
Representative Hours 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Ask for free language assistance when needed.
TTY 800-772-2287
Text-telephone assistance.
Reduced Fare 973-491-7112
Reduced Fare Program information.
Access Link 973-491-4224
Select the applicable accessible-services option.
FARE-PAY Support 862-229-7139
Card balance, loading and account assistance.
NJ TRANSIT Police 888-847-7658
Text suspicious activity to 65873.
Lost and Found File an official online inquiry.

Open Lost & Found

Provide useful details: route number, direction, destination, five-digit stop ID, terminal gate, vehicle number when visible, date and approximate time.
Official research record

Official NJ TRANSIT Sources Used

Schedules and trip planning Bus Schedules
Trip Planner
Service Near a Location
Live arrivals and alerts MyBus
MyBus Text Instructions
Travel Alerts
Fares and payment Adjusted Fares Effective July 1, 2026
Bus Tickets
FARE-PAY
Tap & Ride
Rider procedures How to Ride a Bus
Bus Rider Guide
Mobile App Guide
Accessibility Reduced Fare Program
Access Link
Stations and terminals Station and Park & Ride Information
Port Authority Bus Terminal
Atlantic City Bus Terminal

Official-source review completed August 3, 2026

Independent-site disclosure: busschedule.us does not operate NJ TRANSIT service, sell tickets, assign terminal gates, control fares or guarantee arrival times.

Frequently Asked Questions About NJ TRANSIT Bus Schedules

How do I find an NJ TRANSIT bus schedule?

Open the official Bus Point-to-Point page, select the route number and open the current PDF timetable. Confirm the route description, direction, service day and effective date.

How do I find the nearest NJ TRANSIT bus stop?

Use Service Near a Location or the Trip Planner. Confirm the route number, direction and five-digit stop ID on the physical stop sign.

Does an NJ TRANSIT timetable list every stop?

No. The timetable normally lists key stops and timepoints. Intermediate stops may appear only in the nearby-service or MyBus tools.

What is the five-digit number on an NJ TRANSIT bus stop?

It is the unique stop ID used by MyBus. Enter it online or text it to 69287 for arrival information.

What does an asterisk mean in a MyBus result?

An asterisk identifies a scheduled arrival rather than a GPS-based real-time prediction.

How do I know how many bus zones I need?

Check the zone boundaries on the route map or enter the origin and destination in the official Trip Planner. Each zone boundary crossed increases the zone count.

Can I pay for an NJ TRANSIT bus with a contactless card?

Tap & Ride allows supported contactless cards and mobile wallets on buses. Tap the validator and tell the operator how many zones you are traveling.

Can I pay cash on an NJ TRANSIT bus?

Exact cash is accepted on buses where onboard payment is permitted. Riders boarding at Port Authority Bus Terminal or George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal must buy a ticket before boarding.

Can I use FARE-PAY at Port Authority Bus Terminal?

Yes, but the card must contain a valid ticket or pass for the trip. Stored cash value alone cannot be used to board a bus departing from PABT.

How early should I arrive at an NJ TRANSIT bus stop?

NJ TRANSIT advises arriving at least five minutes before the scheduled time.

Are NJ TRANSIT buses wheelchair accessible?

NJ TRANSIT states that buses are lift- or ramp-equipped and have a kneeling feature. The physical accessibility of an individual stop can still vary.

Can I take a bicycle on an NJ TRANSIT bus?

Bicycles are allowed when the bus has a front rack or undercarriage storage. Restrictions apply to articulated buses, specified mini-bus routes and suburban-style buses serving PABT.

What should I do if the bus is late?

Check MyBus, the official alerts page and the next scheduled trip. Confirm that you are at the correct stop and that the route has not been detoured.

What should I do if I leave something on the bus?

File an NJ TRANSIT Lost and Found inquiry and include the route, direction, date, time, boarding stop, exit stop and a precise description of the item.

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