What is the cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Paterson?

The cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Paterson is to drive which costs $9 - $15 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Paterson?

The fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Paterson is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct train between Princeton Junction and Paterson?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton Junction to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Princeton Jct. and arriving at Paterson via Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Princeton Junction to Paterson?

The distance between Princeton Junction and Paterson is 56 miles. The road distance is 53.6 miles.

How do I travel from Princeton Junction to Paterson without a car?

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Paterson without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $4 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Princeton Junction to Paterson?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Princeton Junction to Paterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton Junction to Paterson train from?

Princeton Junction to Paterson train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Princeton Jct. station.

Train or bus from Princeton Junction to Paterson?

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Paterson is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $4 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $250 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Princeton Junction to Paterson train arrive?

Princeton Junction to Paterson train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper Level station.

Can I drive from Princeton Junction to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton Junction to Paterson is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Princeton Junction to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2589+ hotels available in Paterson.

Princeton Junction to Paterson - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 72 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Princeton Junction to Paterson by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper LevelNec
2. Take the train from Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level to PatersonMnbn / ...
2h 2m
$5–30
Train, line 72 bus
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to Newark Penn StationNec
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Market St72
2h 24m
$5–208
Drive 53.3 mi
1. Drive from Princeton Junction to Paterson53.3 mi
1h 6m
$10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany St & Spring St to Port Authority Bus TerminalSuburban Transit
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Market St At City Hall161 / ...
2h 55m
$38–249

Princeton Junction to Paterson by train

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Distance: 55.6 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Princeton Junction, NJ, USA and Paterson, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Princeton Jct. to Paterson via Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Princeton Jct. to Market St At City Hall via New Brunswick, Albany St & Spring St, and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 2h 55m.

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