Bernardsville station facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bernardsville
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The Bernardsville station in January 2010.
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| Location | 202 Railroad Plaza, Bernardsville, New Jersey 07924 | ||||||||||||
| Owned by | New Jersey Transit | ||||||||||||
| Platforms | 1 side platform | ||||||||||||
| Tracks | 2 | ||||||||||||
| Connections |  Lakeland: 78 |
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| Station code | 715 (Delaware, Lackawanna and Western) | ||||||||||||
| Fare zone | 16 | ||||||||||||
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| Opened | January 29, 1872 | ||||||||||||
| Electrified | January 6, 1931 | ||||||||||||
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| July 1, 1981 | Station agency closed | ||||||||||||
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| Passengers (2017) | 135 (average weekday) | ||||||||||||
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Bernardsville Station
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 Location in Somerset County, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Location | US 202, Bernardsville, New Jersey |
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| Built | 1901 | ||||||||||||
| Architectural style | Colonial Revival, Other, Romanesque, Richardsonian Romanesque | ||||||||||||
| MPS | Operating Passenger Railroad Stations TR | ||||||||||||
| NRHP reference No. | 84002786 | ||||||||||||
| Added to NRHP | June 22, 1984 | ||||||||||||
The Bernardsville train station is a stop for New Jersey Transit trains. It is located in Bernardsville, New Jersey, in the United States. This station is part of the Gladstone Branch of the Morris & Essex Lines.
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Station History
When Did Bernardsville Station Open?
The Bernardsville station first opened on January 29, 1872. The very first train from the New Jersey West Line Railroad left Bernardsville that day, heading towards Summit station.
About the Station Building
What Does the Station Look Like?
The station building is made of strong stone. It is located on the north side of the train tracks. Inside, you can find a convenience store and deli. There's also a large seating area with a high ceiling. You can use a public restroom and a machine to buy tickets.
A Historic Building
In 1984, the Bernardsville station building was added to two important lists: the New Jersey Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's recognized as a special historical building.
Parking at the Station
If you need to park your car, there are spots available. Some parking spots require a yearly permit. There are also a few hourly parking spots. Plus, you can find special spots that allow free short-term parking after 10 a.m.
Millicent Fenwick Statue
Near the entrance to the station parking lot, you can see a statue of Millicent Fenwick. She was a well-known person who served in the United States House of Representatives. This means she was a politician who helped make laws for the country.
How to Board the Train
The station has one low-level side platform. This is where passengers wait for the train. There's also a walkway that goes across the main track. This walkway helps passengers reach the outer track to board their train.
