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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Paterson is to bus and line 72 bus which costs $12 - $35 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Paterson is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Paterson?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Main St At Market St via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Paterson?

The distance between Philadelphia and Paterson is 97 miles. The road distance is 93.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Paterson without a car is to train and line 72 bus which takes 2h 27m and costs $20 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Philadelphia to Paterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Paterson bus from?

Philadelphia to Paterson bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Paterson bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Paterson bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Paterson is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Philadelphia to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2178+ hotels available in Paterson.

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

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

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

Train, line 72 bus
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Market Stbus 72
2h 27m
$21–597
Bus, line 72 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Newark Penn Stationbus Greyhound US0421 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Market Stbus 72
2h 55m
$13–31
Drive 93 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Patersoncar 93 mi
1h 59m
$17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Main St At Market Stbus 190
3h 32m
$29–65

Philadelphia to Paterson by train and bus

249Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Philadelphia to Paterson.

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Distance: 96.1 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Main St At Market St via Newark Penn Station in around 2h 55m.

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