The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced a series of lane closures and service changes affecting key transportation facilities from January 17 to 23. Travelers are advised to plan ahead and allow extra travel time due to these disruptions.
At the George Washington Bridge, various lanes will be closed starting Friday evening through Saturday morning. Specifically, the ramp from the southbound Palisades Interstate Parkway will close, alongside multiple westbound lanes on the upper level Trans-Manhattan Expressway. Additionally, all eastbound lanes on the lower level will be closed during this period.
The Holland Tunnel will experience closures in its New Jersey-bound tube overnight starting January 21 as part of ongoing repairs related to Superstorm Sandy. Eastbound lane closures are also planned for consecutive nights.
For Lincoln Tunnel users, several tubes will be closed at different times between January 18 and January 23. Traffic directions have been arranged to minimize disruption.
AirTrain Newark services will be suspended for routine maintenance from Saturday night until Sunday morning with free shuttle buses providing alternative transport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is undergoing significant redevelopment work valued at $19 billion, which may lead to detours or delays for motorists. The Port Authority strongly encourages travelers to use mass transit options such as MTA subways or buses and Long Island Rail Road trains to reach AirTrain JFK stations.
LaGuardia Airport's Q70 bus service remains fare-free year-round as per an announcement by New York Governor Kathy Hochul in April 2022.
Travelers using Newark Liberty International Airport should note that all rental car operations have moved to a new consolidated center connected by AirTrain Newark and pedestrian bridge access from Terminal A.
PATH train services will operate on modified schedules over the weekend with additional supplemental services provided between Hoboken and 33 St stations due to track work. PATH World Trade Center station users should use designated street-level entrances overnight due to limited access within Oculus for cleaning purposes.
The Port Authority advises travelers seeking further information on construction impacts at JFK Airport or updated parking rates across airports under its jurisdiction can find details online via their respective websites or contact centers.
