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

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Paterson is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Paterson is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Paterson?

No, there is no direct train from Merrick to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Merrick and arriving at Paterson via New York Penn Station and Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Merrick to Paterson?

The distance between Merrick and Paterson is 43 miles. The road distance is 42.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merrick to Paterson without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs $11 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Merrick to Paterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Paterson train from?

Merrick to Paterson train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Merrick station.

Where does the Merrick to Paterson train arrive?

Merrick to Paterson train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Merrick to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Paterson is 42 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Merrick to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2260+ hotels available in Paterson.

Merrick to Paterson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Merrick to Paterson by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Merrick to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the train from Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level to PatersonMnbn / ...
1h 57m
$12–38
Drive 42.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrick to Paterson42.2 mi
55 min
$8–12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Merrick to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Market St At City Hall161 / ...
2h 12m
$16–44
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrick to Paterson42.2 mi
55 min
$370–450
Train, subway, bus
1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaica
2. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to 42 St-Port Authority Bus TerminalE
3. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Main St At Market St190
2h 13m
$17–40

Merrick to Paterson by train

150Weekly Trains

1h 57mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Merrick to Paterson via New York Penn Station and Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level in around 1h 57m.

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