PATH begins nine-car operations on Newark-World Trade Center line

Riders on PATH’s Newark-World Trade Center (WTC) line will begin to see nine-car trains in service starting March 23. Two longer trains will operate during peak service and are part of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s (PANYNJ) $1 billion PATH Improvements Plan aimed at reducing delays and enhancing customer experience.

While the debut of nine-car trains is a first in PATH’s 100-year history, more trains of the same length will be rolled out gradually during the next 12 months. Nearly all peak service trains on the Newark-WTC line will consist of nine-car trains in early 2024.

“The unveiling of nine-car PATH service builds upon my administration’s significant progress toward the modernization of one of the most important transportation networks in the world,” said New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy. “By increasing capacity and enhancing efficiency on the Newark-World Trade Center line, we will better connect local communities to good-paying jobs, economic opportunity and each other. Just as importantly, expanding PATH service will help deliver the comfortable, safe traveling experience New Jersey residents and visitors deserve.”

“Today marks a crucial milestone in the continuing journey to create a state-of-the-art rail experience for our customers,” said PANYNJ Chairman Kevin O’Toole. “We remain committed to making PATH the industry standard in providing comfort, convenience, safety and system reliability for passengers.” ...............(more)

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