How to get from Paterson to Elizabeth by train?

From Paterson to Elizabeth by train

To get from Paterson to Elizabeth in Elizabeth, take the MCL train from Paterson station to Secaucus station. Next, take the NJCL train from Secaucus station to Elizabeth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

74min
Walk to train station
Train - MCL
Train - NJCL
Leaves from Paterson

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paterson
    790 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1208| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3227| Long Branch
  • 5
    Ride to train station Elizabeth
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Paterson to Elizabeth by bus, light rail and train

To get from Paterson to Elizabeth you’ll need to take one bus line, one light rail line and one train line: take the 72 bus from Main St at Van Houten St station to Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NLR light rail and finally take the NC train from Newark Penn Station station to Elizabeth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

77min
Bus - 7272
Light Rail - NLRNLR
Train - NC
Leaves from Main St at Van Houten St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Paterson
  • 2
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Newark Penn Station Via Bloomfield Ave
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 18285
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 30764
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - NLRNLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Penn Station Light Rail Departure
    ID 30771
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3829| Trenton Transit Center
  • 9
    Ride to train station Elizabeth
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Paterson to Elizabeth

The distance between Paterson and Elizabeth is approximately 23.02 mi, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Paterson to Elizabeth by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elizabeth – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Paterson to Elizabeth

To check the train schedule from Paterson to Elizabeth using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Paterson) and destination (Elizabeth), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Paterson to Elizabeth by bus, light rail and train

To get from Paterson to Elizabeth you’ll need to take one bus line, one light rail line and one train line: take the 72 bus from Main St at Van Houten St station to Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NLR light rail and finally take the NC train from Newark Penn Station station to Elizabeth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

77min
Bus - 7272
Light Rail - NLRNLR
Train - NC
Leaves from Main St at Van Houten St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Paterson
  • 2
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Newark Penn Station Via Bloomfield Ave
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 18285
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Bloomfield Avenue Light Rail Station
    ID 30764
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - NLRNLR
    Wait for light rail
    NLR
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Penn Station Light Rail Departure
    ID 30771
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3829| Trenton Transit Center
  • 9
    Ride to train station Elizabeth
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Paterson to Elizabeth?

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line NJCL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Paterson to Elizabeth?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Bus line 72, Light Rail line NLR, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct train between Paterson and Elizabeth?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which train line goes from Paterson to Elizabeth?

    The MCL train line goes from Paterson station near Paterson in New York - New Jersey to #1208| Hoboken station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #1208| Hoboken station near Elizabeth.

  • How long does it take to travel from Paterson to Elizabeth by train?

    The total travel time between Paterson and Elizabeth by train is about 1 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Paterson to get to Elizabeth?

    Get on the MCL train from the Paterson station near Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Paterson and Elizabeth?

    Get off the train at the #1208| Hoboken station, which is closest to Elizabeth.

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