What is the cheapest way to get from Cape May to Paterson?

The cheapest way to get from Cape May to Paterson is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape May to Paterson?

The fastest way to get from Cape May to Paterson is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Cape May and Paterson?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape May to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street and arriving at Main St At Market St via Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Cape May to Paterson?

The distance between Cape May and Paterson is 195 miles. The road distance is 157 miles.

How do I travel from Cape May to Paterson without a car?

The best way to get from Cape May to Paterson without a car is to bus and train and line 72 bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $24 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Cape May to Paterson?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Cape May to Paterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape May to Paterson bus from?

Cape May to Paterson bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street station.

Where does the Cape May to Paterson bus arrive?

Cape May to Paterson bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Cape May to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape May to Paterson is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cape May to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2164+ hotels available in Paterson.

Cape May to Paterson - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 72 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cape May to Paterson by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train, line 72 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Jfk Blvd At 30Th St316 / ...
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Station
3. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Market St72
5h 30m
$25–645
Drive 156.1 mi
1. Drive from Cape May to Paterson156.1 mi
3h 1m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal552
2. Take the bus from Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal319
3. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Main St At Market St190
5h 56m
$34–109
Bus via Market St At City Hall
1. Take the bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal552
2. Take the bus from Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal319
3. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Market St At City Hall161 / ...
5h 59m
$34–110

Cape May to Paterson by bus and train

82Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.8 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Cape May, NJ, USA and Paterson, NJ, USA?

You can take a bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Main St At Market St via Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal, Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal, and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 5h 56m.

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