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Trip Overview

The average train between Paterson and Buffalo takes 11h 31m and the fastest train takes 9h 39m. There is at least one train per day from Paterson to Buffalo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 31m
Duration
455 mi
Distance
$192
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Paterson to Buffalo train times

Trains run once daily between Paterson and Buffalo. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paterson is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Buffalo at 3:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Secaucus Upper Level and take an average of 11h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    NJ TransitNJ TransitVIA Rail15h 36m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    NJ TransitNJ TransitVIA Rail16h 46m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitVIA Rail9h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitVIA Rail9h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitVIA Rail9h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitVIA Rail9h 39m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Paterson to Buffalo? 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.

Map of how to get from Paterson to Buffalo.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 455.3 mi
  • Duration: 11h 31m

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

VIA Rail operates a train from New York Penn Station to Buffalo once daily. Tickets cost $110–280 and the journey takes 8h 14m.

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