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

The cheapest way to get from Paterson to Philadelphia is to line 72 bus and bus which costs $13 - $35 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paterson to Philadelphia is to drive which takes 2h and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Paterson and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Paterson to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Main St At Market St and arriving at Philadelphia Bus Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Paterson and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Paterson to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Paterson and arriving at Suburban Station via Secaucus Upper Level and Trenton Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Paterson to Philadelphia?

The distance between Paterson and Philadelphia is 96 miles. The road distance is 93.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paterson to Philadelphia without a car is to line 72 bus and train which takes 2h 25m and costs $20 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Paterson to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paterson to Philadelphia bus from?

Paterson to Philadelphia bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Main St At Market St station.

Where do I catch the Paterson to Philadelphia train from?

Paterson to Philadelphia train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Secaucus Upper Level station.

Train or bus from Paterson to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Paterson to Philadelphia is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs $7 - $40. Alternatively, you can line 72 bus and bus, which costs $13 - $35 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Paterson to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Paterson to Philadelphia bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Paterson to Philadelphia train arrive?

Paterson to Philadelphia train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Trenton Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Paterson to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Paterson to Philadelphia is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Paterson to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 908+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Paterson to Philadelphia - 4 ways to travel via train, line 72 bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Paterson to Philadelphia by bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Line 72 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Main St At Market St to Newark Penn Stationbus 72
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2h 25m
$21–608
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Secaucus Upper Level to Trenton Transit Centertrain Nec
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Suburban Stationtrain Tre
3h 28m
$8–36
Drive 93 mi
1. Drive from Paterson to Philadelphiacar 93 mi
2h
$17–25
Line 72 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main St At Market St to Newark Penn Stationbus 72
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
3h 44m
$14–32

Paterson to Philadelphia by bus and train

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2h 25mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.9 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Paterson, NJ, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Paterson to Suburban Station via Secaucus Upper Level and Trenton Transit Center in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St At Market St to Philadelphia Bus Station via Newark Penn Station in around 3h 44m.

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