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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 17 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ without transferring at least once.
12:15 PM5h15Harrisburg, PA5:30 PMPaterson, NJ$381One-way1 transfer
12:45 AM6h02Harrisburg, PA6:47 AMPaterson, NJ$521One-way1 transfer- 5:40 AM6h02Harrisburg, PA11:42 AMPaterson, NJ$521One-way1 transfer
- 10:25 AM6h15Harrisburg, PA4:40 PMPaterson, NJ$521One-way1 transfer
- 2:30 PM4h36Harrisburg, PA7:06 PMPaterson, NJ$521One-way1 transfer
- 9:10 PM4h29Harrisburg, PA1:39 AMPaterson, NJ$571One-way1 transfer
- 2:30 PM4h36Harrisburg, PA7:06 PMPaterson, NJ$521One-way1 transfer
- 12:15 PM5h15Harrisburg, PA5:30 PMPaterson, NJ$381One-way1 transfer
- 12:45 AM6h02Harrisburg, PA6:47 AMPaterson, NJ$521One-way1 transfer
- 5:40 AM6h02Harrisburg, PA11:42 AMPaterson, NJ$521One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $446.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $82 Average price | $629 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 6m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ costing on average $82 (€67).
A bus is $567 (€465) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ costing on average $629 (€516).
Other travel options to Paterson, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 43m.
Flight takes on average 10h 6m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 06:47AM | Duration 6h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 11:42AM | Duration 6h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:06PM | Duration 4h36 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 01:39AM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:45 AM Harrisburg, PA | 6h02 | 6:47 AM Paterson, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 5:40 AM Harrisburg, PA | 6h02 | 11:42 AM Paterson, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 10:25 AM Harrisburg, PA | 6h15 | 4:40 PM Paterson, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 12:15 PM Harrisburg, PA | 5h15 | 5:30 PM Paterson, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 2:30 PM Harrisburg, PA | 4h36 | 7:06 PM Paterson, NJ | 1 transfer |
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Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ
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Buses from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 16:50. The fastest bus covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 4:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJYou can travel by bus between Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $51 (€41). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paterson, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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