NJ TRANSIT FAMILY DEAL FOR “TAKE YOUR KIDS TO WORK DAY”

Up To Two Children Under 18 Ride Free With A Fare-Paying Adult On April 23

April 20, 2026

NEWARK, NJ — Help inspire future generations and take NJ TRANSIT to the office for “Take Your Kids To Work Day.” On Thursday, April 23, up to two children under the age of 18 can ride free on any bus, train or light rail with a fare-paying adult. NJ TRANSIT is proud to participate in this national educational event each year that promotes career exploration and highlights the benefits of using transit to commute. 

“On ‘Take Your Kids to Work Day,’ we’re making it easier for families to experience how public transit connects our communities and powers our economy,” said Governor Mikie Sherrill. “By letting children ride free with their parents, NJ TRANSIT is helping turn a commute into a hands-on lesson about the essential role public transportation plays in keeping New Jersey moving.” 

“We are pleased to support ‘Take Your Kids To Work Day’ by making it easier for families to travel together and introducing young people to the benefits of public transportation,” said NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kris Kolluri. “By simplifying the travel experience and providing helpful resources for families, we aim to support our customers and encourage future riders to see transit as a convenient and approachable choice.”

This offer is valid on Thursday, April 23, and allows two children up to the age of 18 to travel free with each fare-paying adult. Children do not need a ticket to enjoy this special one-day offer. 

The NJ TRANSIT Company Employee Resource Group (CERG) called empower, which focuses on Women’s issues, helped develop a “Traveling With Children” web page to assist adults with information and tips on traveling with children via NJ TRANSIT. This page can be found here on the NJ TRANSIT website.

To see schedules and service options to plan your trip, please visit njtransit.com.

About NJ TRANSIT

NJ TRANSIT is the nation's largest statewide public transportation system providing more than 925,000 weekday trips on 264 bus routes, three light rail lines, 12 commuter rail lines and through Access Link paratransit service. It is the third largest transit system in the country with 165 rail stations, 62 light rail stations and more than 19,000 bus stops linking major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia.