PATH train service experienced a systemwide shutdown during the Thursday morning rush hour, leaving commuters facing extensive delays. The suspension, which began shortly after 8 a.m., was caused by a track condition reported at Grove Street.
The Port Authority, which operates the system, announced service was resuming approximately an hour later but warned travelers to expect significant delays.
Multiple transit agencies cross-honored PATH commuters during the disruption. NJ Transit rail and bus services accepted PATH tickets systemwide. The Hudson Bergen Light Rail also cross-honored passengers at its Hoboken and Exchange Place stops.
New York Waterways ferries offered cross-honoring at Hoboken, Brookfield Place, and Paulus Hook to help ease travel disruptions.
The Port Authority offered an apology for the inconvenience caused by the shutdown. The issue occurred as NJ Transit was also reporting delays of up to 30 minutes for trains traveling in and out of Penn Station in New York.
Commuters seeking the latest service updates can check the official social media page for information. Delays persisted throughout the morning commute following the system's resumption. More Transit News is available regarding regional travel impacts. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in aging transit infrastructure impacting daily commutes for thousands of riders in the region.
