Ramsey Station NJ refers here to Ramsey Main Street Station, a stop on NJ TRANSIT’s Main-Bergen County Line in Ramsey, New Jersey. The station is about a 12-minute drive from Ramsey Inn & Suites.
- Location: Station Plaza and Main Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446.
- Service: Main-Bergen County Line.
- Station access: The station is accessible.
Ramsey Station and the route to it
Ramsey Main Street Station is at Station Plaza and Main Street, one-half mile off Franklin Turnpike. For a broader picture of the area around your lodging, the guide to staying around Ramsey, New Jersey covers the town beyond the station.
The station serves the Main-Bergen County Line, and you can find it at the intersection of Station Plaza and Main Street.
How do you check Ramsey station schedules and service alerts?
NJ TRANSIT provides train schedules and links to service alerts on its station page. Check the schedule and service information for your trip before setting out; its rail-riding guide also recommends checking for updates before travel.
Fares, tickets and boarding
The station has one ticket vending machine outside, and the ticket office is closed Monday through Sunday. Plan to use the vending machine or arrange your ticket through NJ TRANSIT before boarding. Bike racks or lockers are available at the station.
Parking and station access
NJ TRANSIT cautions that details for parking locations it does not own are general information and may change without notice; contact the local parking operator to verify them. Check the official site before you go.
- Lot 1: On Main Street, this municipally owned lot has 205 standard spaces and 8 accessible spaces. Parking is by permit; a resident permit costs $15 per year.
- Lot 2: At Mechanic Street and Prospect Street, also called the Suffern Lot, this jointly owned lot has 147 standard spaces and 5 accessible spaces. A resident permit costs $15 per year. Free daily parking for residents and nonresidents is available in limited quantities; nonresident permits are not offered.
- Lot 3: On North Central Avenue, also called the Federal Lot, this NJ TRANSIT-owned lot has 175 standard spaces and no accessible spaces. Parking is by permit, and a resident permit costs $15 per year.
Evening and weekend parking is free in all three lots, and parking is prohibited there from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. Lot 1 has no on-street parking; streets by Lots 2 and 3 have short-term limits.
Ramsey Borough says its Main Street commuter permits are for residents, require proof of residency and cost $50 for the first car and $25 for each additional car. Permits run from August to August, and residents may obtain up to 12 free one-day permits in a 12-month permit year.
The borough permit does not cover the NJ TRANSIT station on Route 17 at Spring Street; NJ TRANSIT handles parking fees there. Ramsey Borough prohibits public-street parking from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m.; the Ramsey Police Department handles exceptions day by day.
Other nearby rail stations to compare
Ramsey Route 17 is a separate station on Island Road off State Route 17. NJ TRANSIT has identified Ramsey Main Street Station as the closest accessible station on the Main/Bergen County lines to Ramsey Route 17.
Allendale is another station in the area. If you’re choosing a departure point, compare station locations and check the relevant schedule and parking rules rather than assuming a permit or parking arrangement applies across stations.
FAQs
Which train line serves Ramsey Main Street Station?
The Main-Bergen County Line serves Ramsey Main Street Station.
Does Ramsey Main Street Station have accessible access?
Yes. NJ TRANSIT identifies Ramsey Main Street Station as accessible.
Is Ramsey Route 17 the same station as Ramsey Main Street?
No. Ramsey Route 17 is a separate station on Island Road off State Route 17.
Can you park overnight in the station lots?
No. Parking is prohibited in Lots 1, 2 and 3 from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. Borough rules also prohibit public-street parking during those hours.