# NJ Transit Phase 2 Disruptions

> NJ Transit riders face five weeks of fewer trains and transfers during Portal Bridge construction phase two.
- Title: NJ Transit Phase 2 Disruptions · ABC7 New York | Shortify
- Summary: NJ Transit riders face five weeks of fewer trains and transfers during Portal Bridge construction phase two. NJ Transit riders will experience reduced train…
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- Source: ABC7 New York — https://abc7ny.com/post/commuter-alert-nj-transit-riders-face-weeks-disruptions-phase-2-portal-bridge-construction/19930967
- Published: 2026-10-12T02:04:00+00:00
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- Topics: nj transit, portal bridge, phase two, construction, commuter disruptions, penn station, newark, secaucus, news, local
## Phase two begins
NJ Transit riders face five weeks of fewer trains and transfers starting November 15.
## Governor Sherrill confirms timeline
Governor Mikie Sherrill says phase two will end November 15 to provide better commutes.
## Limited schedule starts
A limited schedule began Sunday night with fewer trains into and out of Penn Station.
## Commuter impacts
Some lines won't reach Penn Station, requiring transfers in Hoboken for riders like Laura.
## Old bridge retirement
The old portal bridge closes after 116 years of service starting November 15.
## Key takeaway

NJ Transit riders will experience reduced train services and more transfers for five weeks starting November 15 as part of Portal Bridge construction phase two.