Caldwell-To-Montclair Jitney Bus Being Considered

Is a jitney service between Caldwell and Montclair’s Bay Street Train Station something that local commuters want?

If so, they had better speak up soon.

Caldwell municipal officials are exploring the idea of creating a jitney bus that would travel between Caldwell and the Montclair-based station, which takes riders to New York City among other stops.

“It is our hope to provide this convenient, safe and environmentally-friendly way for our daily commuters to reach their work and home destinations,” officials stated on the Caldwell municipal website.

Officials are also considering possible parking options for residents unable to walk to the jitney stops.

To be further considered, the service would need to attract 80 full-time riders, Monday through Friday during “usual commuter hours,” according to the township.

Interested riders can take a free, online survey here.

Among the survey questions:

• Would you use a Jitney from Caldwell to a Montclair train station for $2.50 each way?
• Please let us know how you would access the Jitney in Caldwell.
• Would you buy a yearly pass at a discount?

File photo: Bay Street Train Station in Montclair