NJ Travel Update: Newark Airport, NJ Transit, and Roads Reopen After Historic Blizzard
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, The Garden State is digging out. After a ferocious winter storm dumped up to two feet of snow across New Jersey, the transportation “standstill” is finally thawing. From the terminals at Newark Liberty to the tracks of the Northeast Corridor, the message is clear: New Jersey is moving again.
However, “back to normal” doesn’t mean “without delays.” If you are heading out this Tuesday, here is the essential breakdown of what is running, what is stalled, and how to navigate the post-storm recovery.
Newark Liberty International (EWR): Cancellations Slowly Easing
While Terminal A is seeing activity again, the ripple effects of Sunday’s blizzard are still being felt. According to FlightAware, hundreds of travelers are still facing hurdles:
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Total Cancellations: 476 flights (as of 3:46 PM Tuesday).
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United Airlines: The airport’s largest carrier reported 200 cancellations (38%) and dozens of delays.
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Regional Carriers: Republic Airways and GoJet remain the hardest hit, with cancellation rates hovering between 73% and 81%.
Pro-Tip: Check your flight status before leaving for EWR. Many regional connections are still being rescheduled as crews reposition aircraft.
NJ Transit Status: What’s Running?
NJ Transit President Kris Kolluri confirmed on CBS News that the system is rebounding quickly. “Getting the system back up within hours of the storm is a testament to our tireless crews,” Kolluri stated.
| Service | Status | Special Notes |
| Rail Service | Modified | Operating on a Presidents’ Day Schedule. |
| Midtown Direct | Diverted | Morristown, Montclair-Boonton, & Gladstone diverted to Hoboken. |
| Bus & Light Rail | Regular | Operating on full weekday schedules. |
| Atlantic City Line | Regular | Full weekday schedule in effect. |
| Princeton DINKY | SUSPENDED | Down in both directions due to overhead wire issues. |
| River Line | Partial | Suspended between Walter Rand & Waterfront centers. |
Cross-Honoring Alert: To ease the commute, cross-honoring is in effect at Hoboken for the PATH (to 33rd St), NY Waterway Ferries, and the 126 Bus.
Roads and Access Link
For those relying on paratransit, Access Link resumed regular weekday schedules as of 2:00 PM today. While major highways are largely cleared, local roads in areas that received the full 24 inches of snow remain narrow with significant snow piles.
Stay Updated
Conditions are changing hourly. For the most granular updates on your specific route, visit njtransit.com/ABC or check the mobile app for real-time “Portal Cutover” adjustments.
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