NJ Transit is expanding free Wi-Fi across its bus fleet, with 1,500 buses already offering the service and plans for 83% of all buses to be connected by the end of 2026.
The agency says Wi-Fi-equipped buses are being fitted with two modems to help maintain a more reliable connection while vehicles are moving.
The upgrade is part of a broader technology push at NJ Transit. New digital bus stop signs are also being introduced to give riders real-time arrival information, while the agency says its updated mobile app has improved bus arrival accuracy to about 86%.
NJ Transit President and CEO Kris Kolluri said the agency’s real-time bus arrival accuracy had been around 74% before June, indicating a significant improvement in recent months.
The free Wi-Fi expansion is being funded with $21 million in federal grant money.
For commuters, the change means more opportunities to work, check messages or stay connected during bus trips without relying entirely on their own cellular data.
Sources: News 12 New Jersey; NJ Transit
By NJ RADAR Team