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Hoboken Terminal is a unique, charming, yet also chaotic hub for NYC commuters. The architecture is amazing, though you'll often spot some homeless folks among the crowd. Despite this, the terminal offers great options to get to NYC, whether you choose the bus, NJ Transit, or the PATH train. They have helpful customer service reps throughout the terminal in case you have any questions. They also make it very simple to travel to MetLife Stadium for events. It def has a combination of history and hustle, making every trip an adventure. Not to mention it's also a few steps away from some great skyline views of NYC!
This is my hub to get into New York City. Aside from the gorgeous architecture and history of the Lackawanna Station, it's right on the Hoboken pier park. Stunning views of New York across the Hudson when it's clear. Inside the station there's a Dunkin' Donuts, and other shops. The flower stall is one of my favorite photo ops. It's almost always there to greet me with beautiful blossoms and the lovely sent of lilies. Unless it's closed, and the station becomes a bit gloomy. The station is usually bustling with lots of people. It's a bit scary & lonely after 10pm, but I haven't had any issues yet. Here's a positive story. I have an old phone that I use for audiobooks. I had accidentally left it somewhere inside. I used find my phone and was able to locate it at the station, but couldn't keep searching because my train was leaving. The station attendant actually went into the phone and found my emergency contact. Called it to let me know my phone was there. Had I not used FMF to come back to the station for it, their reaching out certainly would've informed me that my phone was safe. That's effort you don't see often. The cashiers are helpful and friendly. Ferry attendant not so much. Bathrooms are usually, mostly clean. Free so that's a good thing to keep in your mental travel file. You can get all sorts of transportation brochures for the trains and buses here. You can also catch the Path or a ferry to Manhattan. So much good stuff going on, and very convenient.
Clean and safe Hoboken Terminal. Easy to access and maneuver. Efficiently run. Mostly on time and efficient.
A grand station that harkens back to the old fashioned days when rail was king and people who traveled on it were elegant. The Hoboken Terminal is the main station for nine New Jersey Transit commuter lines as well as one Metro-North Railroad line, the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail and the PATH subway. There's even a short walk to the NY Waterway terminal. This is the ninth-busiest railroad station in North America! I arrived from Hillsdale NJ on the Pascack Valley Line and wasted no time connecting to the PATH station. The signage was great and I had no trouble finding my way. Similar for the return, I arrived on PATH but had about 90 minutes until the next train. There are comfortable seating, restrooms, a few places to get something to eat in the terminal and some restaurants outside nearby. You should definitely take a walk around this lovely station if you have time. [Review 18330 overall - 162 in New Jersey - 1852 of 2022.]
Hoboken Terminal just has such a historical look to it and it is. Connecting to other NJ Transit railways, it also serves people on foot and whom look to take the ferry across the Hudson. Considering how much it's used it's very well kept which may be a little easier to do then for NJ and NY's Penn station given the sheer amount of people that commute through them. The size and architecture are to be appreciated it. It has a Beaux Arts style, French look that sticks out. High ceilings and everything is functional. Apparently there was a "Golden age of rail travel", likely before rise then use and ownership of automobiles. During this time huge numbers of people came through here. It is great that such a grand looking place serves a major function while at the same time upholding it's historical value and is able to be kept up all at the same time. Take that in next time you come through Hoboken Terminal, even if you do it every day.
My partner and I stopped at this historic place prior to the event. Opened in 1907, this majestic Hoboken Terminal is the last survivor of the great Hudson River waterfront stations in NJ still serving in its original function. A beautiful piece of classic architecture still serves it's purpose as a transit hub for bus, train, ferry and PATH service. Commuters from the surrounding areas use it daily to travel to NYC as well as places beyond. The terminal is maintained well and makes you take pause as new architecture just does not evoke that of our historical places. The main waiting room has its Tiffany stained-glass skylight and beautiful bronze chandeliers. If you are by the waterfront, it would be a great place just to see history.
At first I was afraid, I was petrified... Yes, I was actually afraid to go to the terminal at night. I'm so innocent, so frail, so...so what! I was visiting Hoboken/NY for work and I had to use the PATH to get into the city. I had to purchase tickets for about 20 people, so I had some questions about using the ticketing machine. I picked up the blue phone and spoke with a very nice operator who stated she'd send someone over to help me. A couple minutes later, a handsome stranger came walking toward me to help me out. He was very friendly and helped me get tickets I needed for 20 round trip fares NJ/NY and back. If I ever make it back out to NJ, I'll definitely stay in Hoboken and just PATH it into NYC! Note to visitors - Don't be afraid! Everyone was really friendly and helpful =)
Hoboken Terminal is a large and beautiful building. It may suck for those not familiar with the bus and train lines. The place is so large and it takes some walking. It does have signs pointing you in the right direction. They have services for busses, rails, and subways. It's a beautiful old building. Some dining options are inside. They also have a liquor store. A lot of restaurants are nearby. You can walk along the water and see the nice parks. If you want to get to New York, get on the PATH train to the World Trade Center. It's a simple line that goes back and forth. To get to other places in New Jersey, you can get on a bus or the light rail. It's usually busy but it can get really crowded at peak hours. It usually has the PATH train every few minutes it seems. This is one of the cheapest ways into New York.
The gorgeous historic Hoboken Terminal has a long and illustrious history - not to mention its fabulous location on the Hudson River waterfront. Great for a visit, a wander or a commute. Easy accessibility to NYC via the Ferry and Path Trains or to suburban New Jersey via NJ Transit trains that originate / end here.
I was born in Hoboken in the 70's. I grew up here and in West New York and in the city. I have an affinity for the area. I was pleasantly surprised to see how much my wife would fall in love with Hoboken, now that her office is located here, and the entire area has been almost completely upscaled since I was a kid. I have a very specific set of memories of Lackawanna R.R. and the station, which currently houses the New Jersey Transit Rail lines, The Ferry into NYC, PATH, and just outside--the Light Rail train system. There are numerous points to sit and view the city and there is food available. However---this station is in dire need of an upgrade and renovation. The outside waiting area is virtually non-existent. Especially, if you have very late evening/early morning trains. Such as a PATH train returning from NYC. You pretty much are stuck waiting outside until 4-5AM. I can understand that this is a function of preventing vagrancy from squatting in the station. But a few benches and some night security wouldn't hurt. Overall, it is exceptionally convenient to have everything available here at this station. But my other gripes are about the scheduling. The train lines are not consistent in their overall cycles. People getting out of work in Hoboken, who are often off at 5 PM won't have options to leave until usually 5:30-6 PM. This issue is not necessarily at fault of the station itself but it is worthy to note that the schedules are weird. While there is an old world charm about the train station waiting area and some of the interior, it like the exterior, is in heavy need of a face lift. It doesn't need to be modernized like the Staten Island Ferry Station in the city. But it should be preserved and have proper caretakers mind the station daily.
One of the best train stations! I take two trains to work every single day and by far this is the nearest and the best station. Sometimes when you are as regular as I am or as lucky as I am, you can hear wonderful music by live bands.
Beautiful little transportation hub in Hoboken with amazing architecture and ticket booths that look like they're out of an old back in the day movie ... A charming picturesque station connecting trains, buses, ferries, The Path ... Also some eating options. Only negative -- I am not here often but the recent visit there were several people loitering, a couple sleeping on the benches and a couple on the floors which I initially thought little of - until one seemingly angry guy lying on the floor was yelling obscenities about sucking (something)... Likely harmless, but it was mid day and having a relatively small seating area -- If I had my son with me I would have been uneasy hoping for a security person to thwart his outbursts ... Put a lollipop in his foul mouth. Overall a really beautiful well functioning little transportation hub.
If you gotta wait for a train or the light rail this isn't a bad place to do it. The building is gorgeous and evokes memories of steam engines and parasols. There are decent snack bars there and the newsstand has the best cheese pretzels ever. Keep in mind that I love trains so that could be affecting this review. The trains are usually on schedule. The PATH train is underground and 24 hrs, the buses have schedules posted right outside the waiting lines so you are aware if you missed your bus or not. http://www.hobokenterminal.com/
While waiting for the Light Rail, I always take a moment to enjoy the beautiful view of New York City. Depending on the time of day, you get something different in the early morning, the sunrise reflects off the Hudson River at night, the city lights create a stunning glow and during sunset, the colors hit the buildings in a way that looks unreal. Honestly, what more can you ask for while waiting for your train? read more
2 years ago
The temporary bathrooms are now out of service. This is crazy. The new bathrooms are finally completed and they're really so much better. There are more stalls or is to wash your hands however they're not keeping up with a cleaning schedule because every time I come in there at the end of the day on the way home from work the bathroom isn't clean. read more
Hoboken Terminal is a unique, charming, yet also chaotic hub for NYC commuters. The architecture is amazing, though you'll often spot some homeless folks among the crowd. Despite this, the terminal offers great options to get to NYC, whether you choose the bus, NJ Transit, or the PATH train. They have helpful customer service reps throughout the terminal in case you have any questions. They also make it very simple to travel to MetLife Stadium for events. It def has a combination of history and hustle, making every trip an adventure. Not to mention it's also a few steps away from some great skyline views of NYC! read more
This is my hub to get into New York City. Aside from the gorgeous architecture and history of the Lackawanna Station, it's right on the Hoboken pier park. Stunning views of New York across the Hudson when it's clear. Inside the station there's a Dunkin' Donuts, and other shops. The flower stall is one of my favorite photo ops. It's almost always there to greet me with beautiful blossoms and the lovely sent of lilies. Unless it's closed, and the station becomes a bit gloomy. The station is usually bustling with lots of people. It's a bit scary & lonely after 10pm, but I haven't had any issues yet. Here's a positive story. I have an old phone that I use for audiobooks. I had accidentally left it somewhere inside. I used find my phone and was able to locate it at the station, but couldn't keep searching because my train was leaving. The station attendant actually went into the phone and found my emergency contact. Called it to let me know my phone was there. Had I not used FMF to come back to the station for it, their reaching out certainly would've informed me that my phone was safe. That's effort you don't see often. The cashiers are helpful and friendly. Ferry attendant not so much. Bathrooms are usually, mostly clean. Free so that's a good thing to keep in your mental travel file. You can get all sorts of transportation brochures for the trains and buses here. You can also catch the Path or a ferry to Manhattan. So much good stuff going on, and very convenient. read more
1 year ago
A grand station that harkens back to the old fashioned days when rail was king and people who traveled on it were elegant. The Hoboken Terminal is the main station for nine New Jersey Transit commuter lines as well as one Metro-North Railroad line, the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail and the PATH subway. There's even a short walk to the NY Waterway terminal. This is the ninth-busiest railroad station in North America! I arrived from Hillsdale NJ on the Pascack Valley Line and wasted no time connecting to the PATH station. The signage was great and I had no trouble finding my way. Similar for the return, I arrived on PATH but had about 90 minutes until the next train. There are comfortable seating, restrooms, a few places to get something to eat in the terminal and some restaurants outside nearby. You should definitely take a walk around this lovely station if you have time. [Review 18330 overall - 162 in New Jersey - 1852 of 2022.] read more
Hoboken Terminal just has such a historical look to it and it is. Connecting to other NJ Transit railways, it also serves people on foot and whom look to take the ferry across the Hudson. Considering how much it's used it's very well kept which may be a little easier to do then for NJ and NY's Penn station given the sheer amount of people that commute through them. The size and architecture are to be appreciated it. It has a Beaux Arts style, French look that sticks out. High ceilings and everything is functional. Apparently there was a "Golden age of rail travel", likely before rise then use and ownership of automobiles. During this time huge numbers of people came through here. It is great that such a grand looking place serves a major function while at the same time upholding it's historical value and is able to be kept up all at the same time. Take that in next time you come through Hoboken Terminal, even if you do it every day. read more
My partner and I stopped at this historic place prior to the event. Opened in 1907, this majestic Hoboken Terminal is the last survivor of the great Hudson River waterfront stations in NJ still serving in its original function. A beautiful piece of classic architecture still serves it's purpose as a transit hub for bus, train, ferry and PATH service. Commuters from the surrounding areas use it daily to travel to NYC as well as places beyond. The terminal is maintained well and makes you take pause as new architecture just does not evoke that of our historical places. The main waiting room has its Tiffany stained-glass skylight and beautiful bronze chandeliers. If you are by the waterfront, it would be a great place just to see history. read more
3 years ago
At first I was afraid, I was petrified... Yes, I was actually afraid to go to the terminal at night. I'm so innocent, so frail, so...so what! I was visiting Hoboken/NY for work and I had to use the PATH to get into the city. I had to purchase tickets for about 20 people, so I had some questions about using the ticketing machine. I picked up the blue phone and spoke with a very nice operator who stated she'd send someone over to help me. A couple minutes later, a handsome stranger came walking toward me to help me out. He was very friendly and helped me get tickets I needed for 20 round trip fares NJ/NY and back. If I ever make it back out to NJ, I'll definitely stay in Hoboken and just PATH it into NYC! Note to visitors - Don't be afraid! Everyone was really friendly and helpful =) read more
Hoboken Terminal is a large and beautiful building. It may suck for those not familiar with the bus and train lines. The place is so large and it takes some walking. It does have signs pointing you in the right direction. They have services for busses, rails, and subways. It's a beautiful old building. Some dining options are inside. They also have a liquor store. A lot of restaurants are nearby. You can walk along the water and see the nice parks. If you want to get to New York, get on the PATH train to the World Trade Center. It's a simple line that goes back and forth. To get to other places in New Jersey, you can get on a bus or the light rail. It's usually busy but it can get really crowded at peak hours. It usually has the PATH train every few minutes it seems. This is one of the cheapest ways into New York. read more
4 years ago
The gorgeous historic Hoboken Terminal has a long and illustrious history - not to mention its fabulous location on the Hudson River waterfront. Great for a visit, a wander or a commute. Easy accessibility to NYC via the Ferry and Path Trains or to suburban New Jersey via NJ Transit trains that originate / end here. read more
8 years ago
I was born in Hoboken in the 70's. I grew up here and in West New York and in the city. I have an affinity for the area. I was pleasantly surprised to see how much my wife would fall in love with Hoboken, now that her office is located here, and the entire area has been almost completely upscaled since I was a kid. I have a very specific set of memories of Lackawanna R.R. and the station, which currently houses the New Jersey Transit Rail lines, The Ferry into NYC, PATH, and just outside--the Light Rail train system. There are numerous points to sit and view the city and there is food available. However---this station is in dire need of an upgrade and renovation. The outside waiting area is virtually non-existent. Especially, if you have very late evening/early morning trains. Such as a PATH train returning from NYC. You pretty much are stuck waiting outside until 4-5AM. I can understand that this is a function of preventing vagrancy from squatting in the station. But a few benches and some night security wouldn't hurt. Overall, it is exceptionally convenient to have everything available here at this station. But my other gripes are about the scheduling. The train lines are not consistent in their overall cycles. People getting out of work in Hoboken, who are often off at 5 PM won't have options to leave until usually 5:30-6 PM. This issue is not necessarily at fault of the station itself but it is worthy to note that the schedules are weird. While there is an old world charm about the train station waiting area and some of the interior, it like the exterior, is in heavy need of a face lift. It doesn't need to be modernized like the Staten Island Ferry Station in the city. But it should be preserved and have proper caretakers mind the station daily. read more
10 years ago
One of the best train stations! I take two trains to work every single day and by far this is the nearest and the best station. Sometimes when you are as regular as I am or as lucky as I am, you can hear wonderful music by live bands. read more
Beautiful little transportation hub in Hoboken with amazing architecture and ticket booths that look like they're out of an old back in the day movie ... A charming picturesque station connecting trains, buses, ferries, The Path ... Also some eating options. Only negative -- I am not here often but the recent visit there were several people loitering, a couple sleeping on the benches and a couple on the floors which I initially thought little of - until one seemingly angry guy lying on the floor was yelling obscenities about sucking (something)... Likely harmless, but it was mid day and having a relatively small seating area -- If I had my son with me I would have been uneasy hoping for a security person to thwart his outbursts ... Put a lollipop in his foul mouth. Overall a really beautiful well functioning little transportation hub. read more
18 years ago
If you gotta wait for a train or the light rail this isn't a bad place to do it. The building is gorgeous and evokes memories of steam engines and parasols. There are decent snack bars there and the newsstand has the best cheese pretzels ever. Keep in mind that I love trains so that could be affecting this review. The trains are usually on schedule. The PATH train is underground and 24 hrs, the buses have schedules posted right outside the waiting lines so you are aware if you missed your bus or not. http://www.hobokenterminal.com/ read more
It is clean especially the passenger waiting area. Plenty of benches to sit, relax and listen to music while yoi wait for your train. You have NJ Tranit trains, PATH and Hudson Light Rail offering your transportation needs. Simple and easy to get around ao you can easily see which track and direction you need to head to catch your transport. Just like any other major hub, it is busy and crowded but unlike other transit hubs, you don't feel like having to dodge people to get to where you need to go. read more
8 years ago
8 years ago
One of the top 5 busiest stations in NJ Transit's rail network (behind NY Penn, Newark Penn, and Princeton Junction), and it's located on the Hudson riverfront. I've been coming here sporadically since I was a child (~2001), and frequently/near weekly basis since 2015, its a transport hub for those wanting to go to/from their destinations. The clock tower on top is a replica made in 2007 when it was famous for being a beacon for travelers everywhere. Gorgeous architecture from the "good old days" when it was a part of the Lackawanna railroad company (when rail travel was huge in NJ and ferries were mandatory to get to NYC), long distance rail (think Hoboken to Philly, or Hoboken to Buffalo NY) was possible, and even if those days are a part of a bygone era, the feeling's still there. Mostly diesel trains come here, and others are electrified (the tracks that have overhead power lines). There's 9 train lines here: Main Line (runs for Passaic County towns before merging with Bergen Line at Ridgewood), Bergen Line (runs for Bergen County towns before merging with Main Line at Ridgewood, both end at Suffern, NY/Waldwick, NJ), Pascack Valley Line (connects towns at mid Bergen County before ending at Spring Valley, NY), Morristown Line to Hackettstown/Dover (weekends). Gladstone Line to Gladstone, Montclair-Boonton Line to (depending on the train) Hackettstown/Mount Olive/Dover/MSU/Bay St, North Jersey Coast Line (a handful can actually go to the end at Bay Head due to being diesel), Meadowlands Line (whenever an event happens at MetLife Stadium, and if/when American Dream mall opens in East Rutherford), Port Jervis Line (a lengthy trip all the way to the far corner of Orange County, Ny), and one Raritan Valley train Mondays-Fridays inbound. Since it's a transport hub, it also specializes in other routes as well, such as a PATH station underground, having 2 weekday routes to 33rdSt, or World Trade Center (usually 10-15min rides on those days), and one late PM/weekend route for Journal Square-33rd St (you'd have to transfer to Grove St to go to WTC/Newark) with longer trips and longer wait times. Next is the light rail station at the southern end, a part of the HBLR, offering most of their routes here. Then there's the ferry, a historical relic of getting to NYC, with multiple stops by NY Waterway throughout most ports from lower Manhattan-Midtown, and a Seastreak route from the highlands in Raritan Bay. (Quickest, but costly). There's also several buses that connect cities along the area, and a few going to NYC. Also, you're a stones throw away from the heart of Hoboken and Jersey City, with multitude of options you can check on Yelp! Restaurants and bars await! My experience, it's a reliable station, usually bustling on weekdays (especially on the working hour), trains coming in and out solid. Commuters taking the PATH or ferry across to NYC, and a better experience if you'd want to go to Lower Manhattan w/o contending with NY Penn. The homeless issue isn't as problematic as NY/Newark Penn, but hope it can be remedied! I've never used the Dunkin Donuts or Bar/Grill and convenience store here, but it has its uses if you've wanted something quick to eat or bide time waiting for your train/ride (especially on weekends). Also, it offers shelter and a bit of a waiting area for the miles of Hudson River Walkway, plenty of joggers/bikers swiftly cross between. In closing, aside from some faults, it's still a good station in the network, and offers multiple routes to Manhattan or beyond. You can feel at peace here, and enjoy time off in JC/Hoboken if you've wanted to. Until next time! read more
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This is one of those ,I've been here so many times , why would I review it , reviews.Well , it has its virtues.It's a somewhat interesting looking building.If you go outside the views of New York and Jersey City are impressive. With Penn Stations descent into chaos,it is apt to prove an alternative route due to PATH access and ferry access on the weekend.It has a few stores and access to downtown Hoboken is immediate. read more
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