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The average train between Hempstead and Paterson takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. There is an hourly train service from Hempstead to Paterson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 38m
Duration
38 mi
Distance
$20
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Mineola to New York Penn Stationtrain train Ronkonkoma Branch / ...
  2. Take the train from Secaucus Lower Level to Patersontrain train Mnbn / ...
1h 48m
$11–35

Hempstead to Paterson train times

Trains run hourly between Hempstead and Paterson. The earliest departure is at 12:39 AM at night, and the last departure from Hempstead is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Paterson at 12:55 AM. All services require a transfer at New York Penn Station and take an average of 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 24m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 25m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 48m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 27m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 21m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 27m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit2h 4m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 29m • 2 changes

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 52m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hempstead to Paterson? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 37.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Hempstead, NY, USA and Paterson, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Mineola to Paterson via New York Penn Station and Secaucus Lower Level in around 1h 48m.

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