The average train between Journal Square and Paterson takes 1h 8m and the fastest train takes 55 min. The train service runs several times per day from Journal Square 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Journal Square and Paterson. The earliest departure is at 12:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Journal Square is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Paterson at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Hoboken and take an average of 1h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Journal Square 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.
No, there is no direct train from Journal Square to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Journal Square station and arriving at Paterson station via Hoboken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.
Journal Square to Paterson train services, operated by PATH, depart from Journal Square station.
Journal Square to Paterson train services, operated by PATH, arrive at Paterson station.
The distance between Journal Square and Paterson is 22.5 km. The road distance is 32 km.
You can take a vehicle from Journal Square to Paterson via Journal Square and Hoboken in around 1h 24m.