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Accessibility

Accessible services for passengers with disabilities
Customers with disabilities are advised that elevator service is available at seven of PATH's thirteen stations. These stations include five terminals - 33rd Street and the temporary World Trade Center Station in New York, Journal Square, Hoboken and Newark in New Jersey as well as Exchange Place and Pavonia/Newport Station in New Jersey.

PATH's Accessible Features
Here is a brief description of some of the features, which have been installed or improved in these PATH stations.

  • Curb Ramps - are located near the entrances to these stations to provide easier access inside and outside these stations.
  • Ramps - have been constructed or improved for easier access inside and outside these stations.
  • Elevators - self-operated elevators have been installed or modified in each of these stations. Standard raised symbols are located on the control panel next to the button for the alarm bell, main exit level, door open, door close and emergency stop.
  • Escalators - stations at Exchange Place, Journal Square and Newark are equipped with escalators that connect PATH platforms to the street level. Pavonia/Newport and 33rd Street have partial escalator service.
  • Stairs - textured rubber strips indicate the beginning of a staircase. Stair edges are specially sloped and shaped for easier travel and handrails are now easier to grasp.
  • Signs - access route signs to PATH platforms are located at each of the five stations. All new signs have been designed to provide maximum visibility.
  • Fare Gates - special wheelchair fare entry gates are available. All turnstiles accept full-fare, pay-per-ride MetroCards. Payment of fare unlocks the gate for your entry. The release button unlocks the gate when you exit.
  • Closed Circuit TV - cameras are mounted outside the elevator and in other areas of these PATH stations.
  • Platforms - the edges of station platforms are clearly highlighted with rubber or ceramic tactile edges. The gaps between the train and platform meet the standard for wheelchair accessibility. In most stations, departing signs flash on and off indicating when trains are ready to leave.
  • Passenger INFO Phones - are prominently located in these PATH stations. Some have been lowered and fitted with volume controls including all those located next to the elevators. If you require assistance, just pick up any of these phones and you will automatically be connected to an information agent, 24 hours a day.
  • Public Telephones - are available in some PATH stations. Various telephones have been lowered and equipped with volume controls.
  • Public Address Systems will provide improved audibility through the use of fiber optic cables.
  • Audible Signals and Flashing Lights - are located at the exits of these stations and will be activated in an emergency.
  • Parking - a limited number of close-in parking spaces are designated for people with disabilities at a privately owned parking facility in the Journal Square Transportation Center. A handicapped license plate or placard must be visibly displayed. For parking information, please call 201-216-6753.