NJ TRANSIT SALUTES VETERANS WITH COMPLIMENTARY RIDES

All Active and Retired Military Personnel with ID Invited to Ride the System as Guests on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11

November 10, 2026

NEWARK, N.J. – In recognition of all those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are currently serving, NJ TRANSIT is inviting all active, veteran and retired military personnel to ride as complimentary guests of honor on Rail, Bus or Light Rail services on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11.

“As a Navy veteran, I know how much it means to have your community recognize your service,” said Governor Mikie Sherrill. “Whether you’re attending a Veterans Day ceremony, spending time with family, or heading to work, we’re proud to welcome veterans and service members aboard NJ TRANSIT as our guests. It’s a small way to say thank you to those who have served our country.”

“Our nation's veterans and active-duty service members have given so much to protect the freedoms we all enjoy,” said NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kris Kolluri. “Welcoming them aboard as our guests on Veterans Day is one small way we can express our deep gratitude, and we carry that commitment throughout the year by offering reduced fares to military personnel and their families.”

Whether going to the country’s largest Veterans Day parade in New York City, heading to ceremonies around New Jersey or simply commuting to work or school, veterans, military retirees and active members (in or out of uniform) can utilize any portion of the bus, rail and light rail network all day on Wednesday, November 11th, by simply showing any of the following valid IDs:

  • A military ID card (Active or Retired)
  • A Veterans Administration Identification
  • A membership card for any Veterans Organization (American Legion, VFW, etc.)
  • Any customer wearing a U.S. military uniform

Throughout the rest of the year, military personnel and their dependents may use the one-way reduced ticket option upon presenting their valid military or military-dependent ID cards. Eligible military personnel include Active Duty, Reserve and National Guard, and those with official "Retired" status from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard.

Veterans with service-connected disabilities may present a valid Veterans Affairs (VA) identification card which indicates "service connected" to use the one-way reduced ticket option.

When purchasing a ticket from a ticket vending machine or through the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App, simply select Senior/Disabled to obtain the discounted fare. Tickets may also be purchased at ticket offices at stations.

 

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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.