the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood , NJ — Planning your trip to the Rockefeller Center Tree, a Broadway show, or a New Year’s Eve bash in the city? NJ TRANSIT is rolling out the red carpet for holiday travelers with massive savings and expanded schedules through January 5, 2026.
Whether you’re heading to New York Penn Station, Hoboken, or Philadelphia, here is your ultimate guide to navigating the rails and buses this season while keeping extra cash in your pocket.
The “SuperSaver” Deal: Kids Ride Free!
The best gift this year is for families. Through 2:00 a.m. on Monday, January 5, NJ TRANSIT’s SuperSaver fare is in full effect.
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The Deal: Up to two children (ages 11 and under) can travel for FREE with each fare-paying adult.
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Pro Tip: No special ticket is needed for the kids—just hop on board and enjoy the savings!
Exclusive App Discounts: BOGO Deals
Before you head to the station, download the NJ TRANSIT mobile app. This season, the agency is offering digital-only promotions to help you save on “getaway” trips:
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BOGO: Look for “Buy One, Get One” deals using promo codes found at njtransit.com/holiday.
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Philly & AC Savings: Special discounts are available for those heading to Philadelphia or Atlantic City for the holidays.
Christmas & New Year’s Service Guide
Schedules will shift significantly over the next two weeks. Here is the “cheat sheet” for your commute:
Christmas Eve & Day
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Wed. Dec 24: “Early Getaway” service. Extra trains will depart New York Penn, Newark, and Hoboken starting in the early afternoon for those leaving work early.
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Thu. Dec 25: Weekend/Major Holiday Schedule. Most buses will run on a Sunday schedule.
The “In-Between” Days (Dec 26 – Jan 2)
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Modified Weekdays: Trains will run on a modified weekday schedule. Several morning peak trains on the Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast Line are canceled, but extra late-morning trains are added for holiday shoppers.
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MetLife Stadium: On Sunday, Dec 28, the Meadowlands Rail Line will operate for the Jets vs. Patriots game.
New Year’s Eve (Dec 31) & New Year’s Day
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Extended Service: Extra outbound trains will run from NYC and Hoboken after midnight to get revelers home safely.
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Raritan Valley Line: Direct service from New York Penn Station will operate all night long.
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STRICT ENFORCEMENT: No beverages of any kind (including water, soda, or alcohol) are permitted on any NJ TRANSIT vehicle from Dec 31 through early Jan 1.
🚨 Important Safety & Security Reminders
With crowds peaking, NJ TRANSIT Police will have an increased presence statewide.
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No Alcohol: Alcohol is never permitted on NJ TRANSIT buses.
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New Year’s Eve Policy: The “No Beverage” rule on trains is strictly enforced to ensure a safe environment for all passengers.
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Plan Ahead: Use the Trip Planner feature on the NJ TRANSIT app to see real-time “Station-to-Station” schedules.
NJ TRANSIT Holiday Quick-Reference
| Date | Rail Schedule | Bus Schedule | Notable |
| Dec 24 | Early Getaway | Weekday/Modified | Early trains start ~noon |
| Dec 25 | Weekend/Holiday | Sunday | Kids ride FREE! |
| Dec 31 | Modified Weekday | Weekday/Extra Late Night | No beverages allowed |
| Jan 1 | Weekend/Holiday | Sat/Sun Schedule | Extra early AM service |
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