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How to apply for Newark/Essex NJ Transit Senior Fare + Access Link Paratransit (Essex County)
NJ Transit serves Essex County (Newark hub) with bus + Newark Light Rail + the Northeast Corridor and Morristown Lines + PATH (in partnership with Port Authority). Access Link is the statewide ADA paratransit operator within ¾ mile of bus routes.
Who it's for
Essex County is the densest NJ transit market — Newark Penn Station is the busiest in NJ. NJ Transit Senior Reduced Fare (half-fare, age 62+) applies to all bus, light rail, commuter rail trips off-peak weekdays + weekends. PATH operates Newark-WTC service. Access Link provides ADA paratransit within ¾ mile of NJ Transit bus routes — apply directly via Access Link at 973-491-4224 or accesslink.com. NJ Senior Citizen and Disabled Reduced Fare ID required for half-fare (apply at Newark Penn Station, or via NJ Transit mail-in form).
Essex/Newark = densest NJ transit hub. NJ Transit + Newark Light Rail + PATH (Port Authority) + Access Link paratransit (statewide).
What you'll need
- Proof of Essex County / NJ residency
- Photo identification
- Proof of age 60+ or 62+ (where applicable)
- Proof of household income (where applicable)
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 973-491-7600
Renewals
annual
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