Isn't the AC line single-tracked and used to be double-tracked? That's probably why.No amount of double-tracking is going to save the line from its incredibly circuitous path and the fact that it lands outside downtown. Having to cross over the entire NEC doesn't help either. Lindenwold to 30th St takes 45 minutes on NJT (with just two intermediate stops) versus 27 minutes on PATCO (with over 5x the number of stops!), and the latter will give you a one-seat ride to more destinations.
Paul Borokhov
Last RRPicArch addition – NJ Railfan.
Moderator of the NJT and California commuter forums
Last RRPicArch addition – NJ Railfan.
Moderator of the NJT and California commuter forums