Navigating your weekend commute in Jersey City just got a little more complicated. Starting Saturday, April 6th, the Grove Street PATH station will experience weekend service disruptions due to ongoing modernization work. If your weekend plans involve using the PATH train to or from Grove Street, particularly for World Trade Center or Hoboken/33rd Street lines, it’s crucial to plan ahead.
Weekend Service Disruptions at Grove St. PATH Station
The Port Authority has announced that as part of the second phase of its station modernization project, Grove Street PATH station will be bypassed by World Trade Center-bound and Hoboken/33rd Street-bound trains every weekend from 6:00 AM Saturday to 11:59 PM Sunday. This service change is scheduled to be in effect most weekends until approximately Sunday, June 30th. It’s important to note that Journal Square-bound and Newark-Penn Station-bound trains will continue to stop at Grove Street station throughout these weekends, ensuring some level of consistent service for local commuters. However, for those heading towards New York City or Hoboken from Grove Street, or arriving from those directions, significant adjustments to travel plans will be necessary. Weekday PATH service at Grove Street station will remain unaffected, providing regular services Monday through Friday.
Navigating the Weekend Closures: Alternative Routes for Grove Street Passengers
For passengers typically using Grove Street station for World Trade Center-bound or Hoboken/33rd Street-bound travel, alternative routes are available.
Traveling towards World Trade Center or Hoboken/33rd Street from Grove Street: The recommended detour is to first board a Journal Square-bound or Newark-Penn Station-bound PATH train and travel one stop to Journal Square. At Journal Square, passengers can easily transfer to a World Trade Center-bound or 33rd Street-bound train to continue their journey. Alternatively, for those who can access them conveniently, starting your trip at either the Exchange Place or Newport PATH stations will bypass the Grove Street disruption entirely.
Traveling to Grove Street from Newark-Penn Station, Harrison, or Journal Square: For those coming from Newark-Penn Station or Harrison, take a World Trade Center-bound train to Exchange Place station. At Exchange Place, transfer to a Newark-Penn Station-bound train, which will then make a stop at Grove Street. From Journal Square, two options exist: Passengers can take a Hoboken/33rd Street-bound train to Newport station and transfer to a Journal Square-bound train to return to Grove Street. Alternatively, taking a World Trade Center-bound train to Exchange Place and then transferring to a Newark-Penn Station-bound train to reach Grove Street is also a viable option.
Shuttle Service for Passengers with Disabilities and Limited Mobility
Recognizing the inconvenience these weekend bypasses may cause, particularly for passengers with disabilities or limited mobility, the Port Authority will provide an on-call shuttle service. This shuttle will operate throughout the duration of the weekend service changes and is available at all times when the Grove Street station bypass is in effect. The shuttle service will connect Journal Square, Grove Street, Newport, and Exchange Place stations, ensuring accessibility for all riders. Passengers requiring shuttle service can request it by calling 703-297-7135. Designated pick-up and drop-off locations are conveniently located at:
- Journal Square: Kiss ‘N’ Ride area off Summit Avenue
- Grove St.: corner of Columbus Drive and Grove Street
- Exchange Place: corner of Montgomery and Hudson streets
- Newport: Washington Boulevard in front of station
Shuttle arrival times are estimated to be within 10 to 20 minutes of a customer’s request. For more detailed information regarding shuttle operations and any updates to the service changes, passengers are encouraged to visit the official PATH website.
Grove Street PATH Station Modernization Project: Enhancements and Upgrades
This weekend service disruption is a necessary part of the ongoing Grove Street PATH station modernization project. This important initiative includes a range of upgrades aimed at improving the station environment and passenger experience. Key improvements include the replacement of floor tiles, comprehensive patching and repainting work throughout the station, refinishing of platform columns, and the installation of new, energy-efficient LED lighting. Furthermore, the project involves the installation of 4.7 miles of electrical wiring within the station to support these modernizations. This work is a component of the Port Authority’s broader commitment to revitalizing and modernizing the 116-year-old PATH system, ensuring its reliability and efficiency for future commuters.
Plan Ahead for Weekend Travel via Grove Street
In summary, if your weekend travel plans involve the Grove Street PATH station in Jersey City, particularly on World Trade Center or Hoboken/33rd Street lines, be sure to account for these service changes. Utilize the provided alternative routes and consider the shuttle service if needed. By planning ahead and staying informed via the PATH website, you can minimize disruptions to your weekend journeys during this station modernization period.
