Amtrak Metropark, New Jersey, supports regional mobility and is a factor in economic activity throughout central New Jersey. Offering direct rail connections to New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and Boston, the station connects not only the outlying areas but also those communities located beyond easy highway driving distance with these important business, education, and tourist centers. Development from the presence of this station within its proximate area has continued to have developmental and job creation impacts, along with access to enhanced transport infrastructure. Now that the rail mode of travel has gained more popularity, Metropark remains a reliable and effective portal for passengers seeking rapid, accessible, comfortable service along the East Coast.