Basking Ridge station
| Company type | NJ Transit rail station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | January 29, 1872 in Bernards Township, New Jersey, United States |
| Headquarters | Bernards Township , United States |
Area served | Bernards Township, New Jersey |
| Owner | New Jersey Transit |
| Website | www |
Basking Ridge is a rail stop operated by NJ Transit situated in Bernards Township, New Jersey, positioned along the Gladstone Branch of the Morris and Essex Lines. The station commenced service on January 29, 1872, and underwent reconstruction in 1911 following a fire incident. As of 2024, it accommodates roughly 55 passengers on weekdays. The facility includes a single side platform adjacent to one track and offers connections to Lakeland Bus Lines route 78. Electrification of the station occurred on January 6, 1931, while its ticket agency ceased operations on July 1, 1981. Owned by New Jersey Transit and classified within fare zone 16, Basking Ridge continues to serve as a vital yet modest component of the area's commuter rail infrastructure.
History
Service at this location began on January 29, 1872. After the original depot was destroyed by fire in 1911, the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad erected the existing structure in 1912. The station's ticket agency was discontinued on July 1, 1981.
Station layout
This station is equipped with a single low-level side platform alongside one track, with the station building positioned on the northern side. Parking facilities are available for authorized users.