The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Paterson, NJ on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:00 AM2h53Harrisburg, PA3:53 AMPaterson, NJ$1641One-way0 transfers
1:00 AM2h53Harrisburg, PA3:53 AMPaterson, NJ$1641One-way0 transfers
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)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $630 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 6m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m 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 $568 (€465) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ costing on average $630 (€516).
Other travel options to Paterson, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 43m.
Flight takes on average 10h 6m.
Tickets start at around $82 (€67) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-49.18 (€-40.25). The journey takes 3h 6m versus 2h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:05 PM Harrisburg, PA | 3h40 | 8:45 PM Paterson, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
![]() | 1:00 AM Harrisburg, PA | 2h53 | 3:53 AM Paterson, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) but you can travel from only $51 (€41) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Paterson, NJ from $51 (€41). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paterson, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Paterson, NJ
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
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