Predicted tracks before the board
Use likely platform information as an early heads-up so you can position yourself before the official departure board changes.
Track Predictor
NJ Transit Track Predictor from Newark Penn to New York
See live departure times, stop counts, express trains, and likely platform information for this route. The goal is to help you position early, then confirm the posted track before boarding.
Use it to spot likely tracks early, compare express and local trains, and avoid the last-second platform scramble. Track predictions are directional, not guaranteed, so confirm the posted track before you board.
Express trains stand out
Low-stop departures are marked as express so you can separate the faster options from the local trains without reading every row.
Click through to the live train
Every train ID links to the live train detail page, where you can inspect stops, GPS position, and capacity for that departure.
Live Planner
Check live departures and likely tracks
Choose an origin station and optional destination to compare live NJ Transit departures, express trains, train IDs, stop counts, and likely track assignments in one place.
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Predictions are marked with *asterisks. Verify track before getting on.
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FAQ
NJ Transit track predictor FAQ
How should I use NJ Transit track predictions?
Predicted tracks are best used as an early signal. They can help you stand closer to the likely platform before the board updates, but you should always confirm the posted track before boarding.
What makes this page useful for rush-hour departures?
The planner combines live departure times, stop counts, express indicators, train IDs, and likely platform information so you can decide faster when several trains are leaving close together.
Can I click into a specific active train from the track predictor?
Train IDs on this page link directly to the live train detail view, which makes it easier to inspect stops, GPS position, and onboard capacity before you board.