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Paterson to Hempstead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Paterson and Hempstead takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Paterson to Hempstead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 3m
Duration
38 mi
Distance
$22
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Paterson to Hempstead train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Paterson and Hempstead. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paterson is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Hempstead at 1:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Secaucus Upper Level and take an average of 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road5h 13m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 4m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road1h 52m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road1h 59m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 1m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road1h 59m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road1h 59m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h 1m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road1h 59m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitLong Island Rail Road2h • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Paterson to Hempstead? 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 Hempstead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 37.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Paterson to Mineola via Secaucus Upper Level and New York Penn Station in around 1h 33m.

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