How to get from Paterson to Elizabeth by bus and train?

From Paterson to Elizabeth by bus and train

To get from Paterson to Elizabeth you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 161 bus from Main St at Van Houten St station to Market St at Memorial Drive, NJ Rr Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MCL train and finally take the NJCL train from Secaucus station to Elizabeth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Elizabeth on the Moovit app.

74min
Bus - 161161
Train - MCL
Train - NJCL
Leaves from Main St at Van Houten St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Paterson
  • 2
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    New York
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Market St at Memorial Drive, NJ Rr Station
    ID 27390
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paterson
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1208| Hoboken
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    27 min
  • 7
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3227| Long Branch
  • 8
    Ride to train station Elizabeth
    Ride to train station
    Elizabeth
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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 bus and train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and 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
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Public transit directions from Paterson to Elizabeth

The distance between Paterson and Elizabeth is approximately 23.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Paterson to Elizabeth by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Elizabeth – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Paterson to Elizabeth

To check the bus and 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 bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and train schedules.

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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 bus and train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and 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

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line 161, Train line MCL, Train line NJCL.

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

    The alternative route takes 74 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line NJCL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Paterson and Elizabeth?

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

  • Which bus line goes from Paterson to Elizabeth?

    The 161 bus line goes from New York station near Paterson in New York - New Jersey to Market St at Memorial Drive, NJ Rr Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Market St at Memorial Drive, NJ Rr Station station near Elizabeth.

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

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

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

    Get on the 161 bus from the New York stop near Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

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

    Get off the bus at the Market St at Memorial Drive, NJ Rr Station station, which is closest to Elizabeth.

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