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Originally Posted by Submariner
The 7, however, is already overcrowded. Would it be possible to build light rail links in the current tunnels to provide a link between NJ and NYC?
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Only overcrowded in one direction. How many people are heading eastbound during the AM rush, or westbound during the PM rush? There may in fact be enough capacity to handle tens of thousands of bus passengers.
This would have environmental benefits, as well - all those buses crawling between NJ and Port Authority emit a ton of smog.
It might be a good idea for the 7 extension to have one or two intermediate stops, though. A transfer to HBLR at 9th Street might make some sense.