Directions

Interactive Directions • Written Directions • Public Transportation

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FROM THE SOUTH
via NJ Turnpike North
Follow NJ Turnpike North to Exit 15W (Newark/The Oranges). After toll booth follow Route 280 West to Exit 15A (Route 21 - Downtown/Arts). At bottom of ramp (traffic light), make a right onto Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

via Garden State Parkway North
Follow Garden State Parkway North to Exit 145 (Route 280). Follow Route 280 East to Exit 15 (Route 21 - Downtown/Arts). At bottom of ramp (traffic light), make a right onto Route 21 South, (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

FROM THE NORTH, NORTHEAST & NEW YORK CITY
via NJ Turnpike South
Follow NJ Turnpike South to Exit 15W (Newark/The Oranges). After toll booth follow Route 280 West to Exit 15A (Route 21 - Downtown). Follow signs to Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Make a right onto Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

via Garden State Parkway South
Follow Garden State Parkway South to Exit 145. Follow signs to Route 280 East. Follow Route 280 East to Exit 15 (Route 21 - Downtown/Arts). At bottom of ramp (traffic light), make a right onto Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

from New York City
From George Washington Bridge or Lincoln Tunnell, follow signs to NJ Turnpike South. Take NJ Turnpike South to Exit 15W. From Holland Tunnel, follow signs to NJ Turnpike North. Take NJ Turnpike North to Exit 15W. Follow directions from Exit 15W above.

FROM THE WEST
via Route 280
Follow Route 280 East to Exit 15 (Route 21 South - Downtown/Arts). At bottom of ramp (traffic light), make a right onto Route 21 South (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 South to Center Street, make a right onto Center Street.

via Route 78
Follow Route 78 East to Exit 57 (Newark, Downtown/Arts). Stay to the right and follow signs to Route 21 North (McCarter Highway). You will travel across the viaduct into downtown Newark. Stay in the left three lanes and travel onto Route 21 North (McCarter Highway). Follow Route 21 North to Center Street, make a left onto Center Street. If you miss this turn, continue on Route 21 North to the Lombady Street jughandle, then make the u-turn back to Route 21 South until you reach Center Street. Make a right onto Center Street.

Please note that from March 2006 trough September 2008, there will be intense construction and renovation of Newark’s Stickel Bridge, including lane closures, partial bridge closures, and full bridge closures. Ramps from Route I-280 are not expected to be involved during this period of construction. For real-time traffic updates regarding Route I-280, check the DOT information page.

NJPAC / Theater Square Grill works closely with both NJ Transit and the DOT to minimize any inconvenience to NJPAC / Theater Square Grill patrons. However, you may wish to allow additional time to reach the theater. Out of respect to our patrons and the artists, late seating is done only at the discretion of management. Up-to-date information on construction activities and conditions in the downtown Newark area is available from the following sources:

• Call 1-888-GO-NJPAC and press 3-2-1 for up-to-date information, 24 hours a day
• Tune in to WBGO/88.3 for traffic reports between 6-9 am and 4-6:30pm, weekdays only.
• Online at www.njcommuter.com
• Watch for variable message signs displaying real-time travel updates on the main access roads into Newark (Routes 1/9, 22, 78, 280)
  
• ALL NJPAC / Theater Square Grill PARKING FACILITIES ARE HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE.
  

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New Jersey Transit is your ticket to a comfortable and quick ride to NJPAC / Theater Square Grill. Trains in and out of nearby Newark's Penn Station and Broad Street Station embark for all New Jersey destinations on a timely and convenient schedule. Trains leave from all New Jersey destinations and from New York City's Penn Station at 34th Street, and run in and out of Newark's Penn Station and Broad Street Station. From either station, you can take the continuous LOOP shuttle system, at just $1.10 each way, to get to NJPAC / Theater Square Grill and back after the show. Look for the round purple LOOP signs just outside the stations. Newark's Penn Station is just 5 blocks from NJPAC / Theater Square Grill. For information on NJ Transit trains, call 1-800 772-2222 or visit www.njtransit.com.

For information on Amtrak trains to Newark from New York City and other destinations, visit www.Amtrak.com.

The PATH Yellow Line leaves Manhattan from 33rd Street, 23rd Street, 14th Street, or Christopher Street. Follow signs for trains to Newark’s Penn Station. From Penn Station, you can take the continuous LOOP shuttle system, at just $1.10 each way, to get to NJPAC / Theater Square Grill and back after the show. Look for the round purple LOOP signs just outside the stations. Newark's Penn Station is just 5 blocks from NJPAC / Theater Square Grill. For information on PATH trains, call 1-800 243-PATH or visit the PATH web site.

"The Loop" provides a fast and convenient way to discover all that Newark has to offer. Comfortable shuttles link Newark Penn Station and Broad Street Station to the city's many treasures, including NJPAC / Theater Square Grill, the Newark Museum, the New Jersey Historical Society, and the Newark Public Library. "The Loop" shuttle is also perfect for running errands, shopping or sampling international cuisine at the many restaurants located in the Downtown/Arts or historic Ironbound District.

Post-Performance Service: The Loop provides service from the New Jersey Performing Arts Center to go to Newark Penn Station and Broad Street Station after evening performances.

Shuttle Stops: The shuttle bus stops are easily identified by highly visible signs with the shuttle colors and logos. The Loop shuttle will only stop at designated "The Loop" shuttle stops.

The Fare: The fare is moderately priced at $1.10 (exact fare required). There is also a senior citizens/people with disabilities fare, and a children's fare of .45. There are no other special fares, such as Family SuperSaver fares etc. For NJPAC / Theater Square Grill information call, 1-888-GO-NJPAC / Theater Square Grill toll free. (The NJPAC / Theater Square Grill Phone Center is open Mon. through Sat. from 10am to 6pm, and Sun. from 10am to 3pm.)

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