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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Paterson is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Paterson is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs $190 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Paterson?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Main St At Market St via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Rochester to Paterson?

The distance between Rochester and Paterson is 303 miles. The road distance is 284.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Paterson without a car is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs $50 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Rochester to Paterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Paterson bus from?

Rochester to Paterson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Paterson train from?

Rochester to Paterson train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Rochester station.

Train, bus or fly from Rochester to Paterson?

The best way to get from Rochester to Paterson is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs $50 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $250 and takes 8h 52m, you could also fly, which costs $190 - $650 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Rochester to Paterson bus arrive?

Rochester to Paterson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Rochester to Paterson train arrive?

Rochester to Paterson train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Paterson is 285 miles. It takes approximately 6h 24m to drive from Rochester to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2345+ hotels available in Paterson.

Rochester to Paterson - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct train between Rochester and Paterson?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Paterson via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, New York Penn Station and Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

There are 10 ways to get from Rochester to Paterson by plane, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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

Fly Rochester to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane ROC - JFK
2. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper Leveltrain
4. Take the train from Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level to Patersontrain
3h 18m
$884–4,060
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
7h 50m
$50–116
Train
1. Take the train from Rochester to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
8h 52m
$81–242
Drive 283.2 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Patersoncar 283.2 mi
6h 24m
$52–75
Fly Rochester to Newark Liberty International Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane ROC - EWR
3h 9m
$198–607
Fly Rochester to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ROC - LGA
2. Take the train from Woodside to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper Leveltrain
4. Take the train from Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level to Patersontrain
3h 31m
$214–647
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to Laguardia Airport
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane BUF - LGA
5h 33m
$93–519
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane BUF - JFK
5h 29m
$108–552
Bus via Port Authority Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Rochester, Ny to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 325 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Main St At Market Stbus 190
7h 55m
$58–232
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to New York Penn Stationtrain VIA Rail
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Main St At Market Stbus 190
10h 13m
$62–136

Rochester to Paterson by bus

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Map of how to get from Rochester to Paterson.

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Distance: 301.6 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Newark Penn Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 6h 25m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rochester to Paterson via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, and Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level in around 8h 52m.

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