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Trip Overview

The average train between Plainfield and Paterson takes 1h 45m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Plainfield 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 45m
Duration
32 mi
Distance
$20
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Plainfield to Paterson train times

Trains run hourly between Plainfield and Paterson. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Plainfield is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Paterson at 12:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark Penn Station and take an average of 1h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Plainfield 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.

Map of how to get from Plainfield to Paterson.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 32.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Plainfield, NJ, USA and Paterson, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Netherwood to Paterson via Newark Penn Station and Secaucus Lower Level in around 1h 47m.

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