Benson on Fare Discount Extension for Princeton Dinky Train Riders

(PRINCETON) – Assemblyman Daniel R. Benson (D-Hamilton), Chair of the Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee, issued the following statement regarding a fare discount extension for Princeton Dinky train riders. NJ TRANSIT has announced a 25% discount on bus fares from the Princeton Dinky station to Princeton Junction until full restoration of rail service, at which point the discount will be extended for an additional month to offset full cost fares in February.

“I would like to thank and commend Princeton Mayor Liz Lempert and Assemblyman Roy Freiman, District 16, for their successful efforts in securing a 25% ticket discount to NJ TRANSIT riders of the currently suspended Princeton Dinky Line. Their patience and diligence on this issue ensured that their constituent’s concerns were addressed as quickly as possible. I would also like to applaud NJ TRANSIT on this decision.

“I greatly appreciate their willingness to listen to commuters. This discount will match that of the also-suspended Atlantic City Line. More information should be coming shortly from NJ TRANSIT regarding how and when riders may purchase discounted tickets. I will continue working with all stakeholders as we provide necessary oversight of NJ TRANSIT. This includes advocating for full restoration of all suspended rail service as soon as possible; but no later than the 2^nd quarter of this year, as promised.”