What is the cheapest way to get from Harlem to Paterson?

The cheapest way to get from Harlem to Paterson is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Harlem to Paterson?

The fastest way to get from Harlem to Paterson is to drive which takes 22 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Harlem and Paterson?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New York and arriving at Paterson. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Harlem and Paterson?

No, there is no direct train from Harlem to Paterson. However, there are services departing from 125 St and arriving at Paterson via New York Penn Station and Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Harlem to Paterson?

The distance between Harlem and Paterson is 51 miles. The road distance is 18.8 miles.

How do I travel from Harlem to Paterson without a car?

The best way to get from Harlem to Paterson without a car is to bus which takes 30 min and costs $21 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Harlem to Paterson?

The bus from New York to Paterson takes 30 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Harlem to Paterson bus from?

Harlem to Paterson bus services, operated by Expreso Lackawanna, depart from New York station.

Where do I catch the Harlem to Paterson train from?

Harlem to Paterson train services, operated by MTA, depart from 125 St station.

Where does the Harlem to Paterson bus arrive?

Harlem to Paterson bus services, operated by Expreso Lackawanna, arrive at Paterson station.

Where does the Harlem to Paterson train arrive?

Harlem to Paterson train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 34 St-Penn Station.

Can I drive from Harlem to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlem to Paterson is 19 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Harlem to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2432+ hotels available in Paterson.

Harlem to Paterson - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 subway, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Harlem to Paterson by bus, subway, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from New York to Patersonbus Eze 8Amny / ...
30 min
$21–29
Drive 18.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harlem to Patersoncar 18.7 mi
22 min
$4–5
Line 2 subway, train
1. Take the subway from 125 St to 34 St-Penn Stationsubway 2 / ...
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Secaucus Upper Leveltrain Nec / ...
3. Take the train from Secaucus Lower Level to Patersontrain
1h 28m
$7–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harlem to Patersontaxi 18.7 mi
22 min
$65–85
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 125 St to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminalsubway C / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Main St At Market Stbus 190
1h 27m
$11–29
Subway, bus via Market St At City Hall
1. Take the subway from 125 St to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminalsubway C / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Market St At City Hallbus 161 / ...
1h 30m
$11–30

Harlem to Paterson by bus

74Weekly Buses

30 minAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Harlem to Paterson.

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Distance: 50.2 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Expreso Lackawanna operates a bus from New York to Paterson every 3 hours, and the journey takes 30 min. Placencia Express also services this route twice daily.

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