NJ TRANSIT ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF EXPRESS SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE FROM VINELAND TO ATLANTIC CITY

The Pilot Program Operated by the South Jersey Transportation Authority Will Offer Direct Shuttle Bus Service Between Vineland and Atlantic City

October 1, 2025

VINELAND, NJ - NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kris Kolluri and NJDOT Commissioner & NJ TRANSIT Board Chair Fran O'Connor were joined by Senator Michael L. Testa, Jr. (LD-1), Assemblyman Antwan L. McClellan and Assemblyman Erik K. Simonsen to announce the launch of a pilot program offering express shuttle bus service between Vineland and Atlantic City. The service, which began today, is being operated by the South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) with the support of NJ TRANSIT. The express service connects casino workers and other commuters from Cumberland County to Atlantic City.

"Today marks an important step forward as we launch this new shuttle service between Vineland and Atlantic City," said NJDOT Commissioner & NJ TRANSIT Board Chair Fran O'Connor. "This route will directly connect prospective workers to the many employment opportunities available in Atlantic City, while also filling a critical transportation need for South Jersey residents. This initiative fully supports our mission of delivering reliable transportation options for all New Jerseyans."

"This express shuttle helps remove a key barrier for residents seeking employment in Atlantic City by making their commute more direct and efficient," said NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kris Kolluri. "It's one important initiative NJ TRANSIT has committed to in support of Governor Murphy's broader plan to deliver more responsive transit service throughout South Jersey."

"I have been fighting for better transit for our regions, and this new Vineland to Atlantic City route is the start of real investment and opportunity. Most importantly, it stands with the workers of our community who need reliable transportation access every day," stated Senator Michael Testa (R-Vineland). "We are grateful to President & CEO Kris Kolluri for his teamwork and commitment in making this a reality."

"When I worked at the Sands Casino, I saw firsthand how reliable transportation can open doors for families. This new route is an important first step in bringing the kind of transit investment South Jersey has long deserved," said Assemblyman Antwan McClellan (R-Ocean City). "By connecting Vineland to Atlantic City, we are creating access for workers, visitors, and new opportunities, and ensuring our region receives the attention it has earned."

"Too many residents without cars face hurdles to steady jobs and opportunity. This new Vineland-Atlantic City bus route changes that," added Assemblyman Erik Simonsen (R-Cape May). "It strengthens our economy, helps families, and ensures access to good jobs isn't limited to only those who can afford a car."

"The South Jersey Transportation Authority is proud to partner with NJ TRANSIT to launch this important shuttle service connecting Vineland and Atlantic City," said SJTA Executive Director, Stephen F. Dougherty. "Reliable and affordable transit is more than just a convenience, it's a lifeline for residents who depend on it to get to work, care for their families, and build better futures. We believe this route will not only support our local workforce but also strengthen the economic vitality of South Jersey and its communities."

Launching on October 1, 2025, the pilot features two express roundtrips each weekday, providing direct service between the Vineland Transportation Center and the Atlantic City Bus Terminal. The new express shuttle bus pilot is the first of three major initiatives announced by Governor Murphy to expand and modernize public transportation options in South Jersey. This new service connects residents from Cumberland County to employment opportunities in Atlantic City, while also reducing congestion and improving regional mobility.

The service will run a single bus on a split-shift schedule designed to align with local employer shift times. Departures from the Vineland Transportation Center are scheduled for 5:35 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., heading to the Atlantic City Bus Terminal. After a 45-minute layover, to accommodate employee shift changes, the return trips will depart the Atlantic City Bus Terminal at 7:45 a.m. and 3:45 p.m., arriving back at Vineland Transportation Center at 8:50 a.m. and 4:50 p.m., respectively.

Fares for the express bus service will be consistent with existing NJ TRANSIT bus routes, with a proposed one-way fare of $6, in line with current NJ TRANSIT bus ticket pricing. Existing NJ TRANSIT monthly 8 zone bus passes will be honored by the SJTA for travel on the shuttle. Funding for the pilot will be sourced from NJ TRANSIT Community Mobility programs, the New Jersey Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC) initiative and other grants. For more information visit njtransit.com/vinelandshuttle.

About NJ TRANSIT

NJ TRANSIT is the nation's largest statewide public transportation system providing more than 925,000 weekday trips on 263 bus routes, three light rail lines, 12 commuter rail lines and through Access Link paratransit service. It is the third largest transit system in the country with 165 rail stations, 62 light rail stations and more than 19,000 bus stops linking major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia.

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