Construction Advisory

AIRTRAIN NEWARK REPLACEMENT CONSTRUCTION

Effective January 15, 2026, AirTrain service to/from the Airport Train Station will be unavailable daily, Monday through Friday, from 5:00AM to 3:00PM, due to AirTrain Newark Replacement Program construction activity.

During the period above:

• Shuttle Buses will provide transportation for customers arriving via NJ Transit or Amtrak rail from the Airport Train Station to all Terminals (A, B, C), Rental Cars, and P4 Daily Parking.
• AirTrain service will continue to run between all terminals.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make improvements to your future AirTrain travels!

To help you plan your trip, shuttle rides usually take 15–45 minutes, but during AirTrain construction, it’s a good idea to allow up to 30-60 minutes.

Please continue reading for additional information on Shuttle Bus services, reaching your destination, and accessibility.

Shuttle Bus Service to/from Airport Train Station

Starting Thursday, January 15, 2026, shuttle buses will replace AirTrain service to and from the Airport Train Station during the times listed below:

Service Details

• Days: Monday - Friday, 5:00AM – 3:00PM
• Weekends: AirTrain operates normally on Saturday and Sunday
• Stops at ALL terminals (A, B, and C), Rental Cars, and P4 Daily Parking
• Check digital bus signs or ask an Airport Customer Experience Specialist (identifiable by red coats) for assistance
• Construction activity will pause to accommodate spring break travel. AirTrain will run regular service to all destinations on the following dates:
  • Friday, March 13^th
  • Monday, March 16^th
  • Thursday, March 19^th
  • Friday, March 20^th

Follow “AirTrain Construction Partial Outage” signs with a red banner, like the one below, for shuttle buses.

AirTrain Newark Outage Detour Information:

Reaching Non-Shuttle Destinations

The AirTrain will remain in service between all destinations below:

• Terminal A Station for access to Terminal A & Rental Cars*
• P3 Station
• Terminal B Station
• Terminal C Station
• P4 Daily Parking

*The existing AirTrain does not connect directly to Terminal A or Rental Cars. It is about a 15-minute covered walk to Terminal A and 5-minute walk to Rental Cars from Terminal A Station.

Access the AirTrain Newark map here.

There will be no impact to the P6 Parking shuttle bus. Follow existing posted signage to reach P6 Economy Parking.

Accessibility Services

We are committed to making travel smooth and comfortable for all passengers:

• All Shuttle Buses are ADA-compliant
• During the Shuttle Bus service in effect Monday through Friday from 5am to 3pm, airport personnel will be available to assist customers with disabilities and heavy or oversized luggage
• For immediate assistance, call 973-961-6000 or chat via WhatsApp
• Platforms at all AirTrain Stations can be accessed via elevator or stairs

If you need special assistance, please arrange support in advance with your airline or travel agent.

CHANGE TO TERMINAL A PICK-UP ZONES

Effective February 13, 2026, some pick-up zones at Terminal A will change due to AirTrain Newark Replacement Program construction activity.

Please refer to the table below for the new pick-up zones.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make improvements to your future AirTrain travels!

OFF-AIRPORT HOTEL SHUTTLES RELOCATED TO P3 STATION

All shuttles to off-airport hotels/motels/rental cars have been relocated from P4 Station to P3 Station due to AirTrain Newark Replacement Program construction activity.

P3 Station is now accessible via AirTrain Newark.

P4 Station will remain accessible via AirTrain Newark for customers arriving and departing from the P4 Daily Parking garage. Customers that park in the P4 Daily Parking garage and need an off-airport hotel/motel/rental car shuttle should ride the AirTrain to P3 Station and proceed to the lobby.

Helpful Resources:

• More information here about AirTrain Newark. Access the AirTrain Newark map here.
• More information here about on- and off-airport hotels.
• More information here about on-airport rental cars located at Terminal A Station.

AIRTRAIN FULL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE SHUTDOWN

The AirTrain system will be completely shut down for required maintenance on the following dates and times:

• 8:00PM on Saturday, March 28 to 7:00AM on Sunday, March 29

Free shuttle bus service will be provided as an alternative.

Please refer to digital bus signs for route information or see an Airport Customer Experience Specialist for assistance.

See below for shuttle bus pickup and drop-off locations:

• Airport Train Station (for access to NJ Transit and Amtrak Trains) – Ground floor curbside
• Terminal A AirTrain Station (for access to Parking ‘A’ and Rental Cars) – Ground floor curbside
• Terminal A – Level 1 Arrivals, Zone 15
• Terminal B – Level 2, Door 6
• Terminal C – Level 3, Door 2
• P3 AirTrain Station (for access to Hotel Shuttles) – Ground floor curbside
• P4 AirTrain Station (for access to Parking ‘P4’) – Ground floor curbside

Please note that ALL buses stop at Terminals A, B and C.

Approximate time to destinations (assumes light traffic):

• Between Terminals: 7-10 mins
• Airport Train Station to Terminals: 20-25 mins
• Parking P4 to Terminals: 7-16 mins

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RUNWAY 4L-22R REHABILITATION PROJECT – PERIODIC NIGHTLY WEEKDAY CLOSURES

Runway 4L-22R will be closed for rehabilitation work as part of a $121 million rehabilitation project, with continued periodic nightly weekday closures as operationally required. While the most extensive phase of construction concluded last year, ongoing work is necessary to complete this major infrastructure project safely and efficiently.

To minimize operational impacts during this period, the FAA will redirect flight activity to the airport’s other runways. While Runway 4L-22R is closed, Runways 4R-22L and 11-29 will remain operational. Adverse weather and other construction activities may limit use of alternate runways.

Passengers are advised to check with their airline for any updates as flight delays, schedule changes, or diversions may occur.

About the Project:

The rehabilitation of Runway 4L-22R began in March 2025 to meet FAA safety standards and ensure long-term runway reliability. Runways are typically resurfaced every 10 years, and this critical infrastructure investment addresses significant wear and includes a full-scale upgrade of the 11,000-foot runway. The project features a new runway surface, upgraded lighting and LED signage, installation of underground electrical infrastructure, and enhanced drainage systems.

Planned more than a year in advance, the Port Authority worked closely with the FAA and airlines to minimize disruptions - coordinating flight schedules and air traffic control staffing to maintain smooth operations.

These improvements will help ensure the safety, efficiency, and reliability of airport operations for years to come. We appreciate travelers’ patience and understanding as this major modernization effort continues.

Get the latest travel updates (here). Read the latest press release (here).

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CORBIN STREET RAMP NOW CLOSED

As part of the ongoing modernization of the road network leading into Port Newark and the adjacent Elizabeth Port Authority Marine Terminal, the ramp from eastbound Port Street to southbound Corbin Street will be closed for approximately one year beginning 8:00PM on Monday, September 16, 2024.

Completion of this work will enhance safety, improve air quality, and reduce congestion in the area. During the closure, all vehicular traffic will be detoured via Marlin and Kellogg streets.

Employees, NJ Transit customers, and P6 Economy Parking customers accessing Newark Liberty International via northern roadways are encouraged to allow additional travel time due to possible congestion from the ramp closure.

Access more information and a map of planned roadway improvements here.