The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 3 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Paterson, NJ on Tue, May 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
2:51 AM1h02Philadelphia, PA3:53 AMPaterson, NJ$121One-way0 transfers
3:15 AM1h11Philadelphia, PA4:26 AMPaterson, NJ$121One-way0 transfers
1:51 AM1h24Philadelphia, PA3:15 AMPaterson, NJ$311One-way0 transfers
2:51 AM1h02Philadelphia, PA3:53 AMPaterson, NJ$121One-way0 transfers
3:15 AM1h11Philadelphia, PA4:26 AMPaterson, NJ$121One-way0 transfers
1:51 AM1h24Philadelphia, PA3:15 AMPaterson, NJ$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ:
A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ costing on average $40 (€32).
Other travel options to Paterson, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 22m.
The journey is about 26m faster (1h 12m by train vs 1h 38m by car) and roughly $6 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($23 (€18) vs $29 (€24)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:51 AM Philadelphia, PA | 1h24 | 3:15 AM Paterson, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:51 AM Philadelphia, PA | 1h02 | 3:53 AM Paterson, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 AM Philadelphia, PA | 1h11 | 4:26 AM Paterson, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ run on average 79 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 79 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 79 |
Direct trains 79 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Paterson, NJ from $12 (€10). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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