Bus Detour for Nos. 71, 73, and 79 in Orange - Effective Immediately

Effective immediately until Thursday, October 31, from 6AM to 5PM, Main Street will be closed between Scotland Road and North Essex Avenue for a gas line replacement. 

During this time, NJ TRANSIT Bus Route Nos. 71, 73, and 79 in Orange will operate on a detour as follows:

• Buses traveling toward West Caldwell/Livingston/Parsippany will travel from Main Street and North Essex Avenue, make a right on North Essex Avenue, left on White Street, left on Ridge Street, right on Main Street, and then continue the regular route.

Bus stops may be lost, and minor delays are expected during this detour. Please read the above detour directions carefully and allow for extra travel time.

We appreciate your patience as we accommodate this temporary routing adjustment.

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