Platforms and Tracks
The station has two high-level side platforms, each eight cars long. The north platform, next to Track 3, is generally used by westbound or New York City-bound trains. The south platform, next to Track 4, is generally used by eastbound trains.
The Main Line has four tracks; the two middle tracks, not next to either platform, are used by through trains. A storage track is south of the south platform.
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