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

From Paterson to Hackettstown by bus and train

To get from Paterson to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey, take the 72 bus from Main St at Van Houten St station to University Ave at Lackawanna Ave station. Next, take the MEL train from Newark Broad St station to Hackettstown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 23 min. The bus and train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hackettstown on the Moovit app.

203min
Bus - 7272
Train - MEL
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
    University Ave at Lackawanna Ave
    ID 19046
    58 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Broad St
    340 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #0851| Hackettstown
  • 6
    Ride to train station Hackettstown
    Ride to train station
    Hackettstown
    117 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Paterson to Hackettstown by bus and train via 161, MCL and MEL

To get from Paterson to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey, 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 MEL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Hackettstown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hackettstown on the Moovit app.

208min
Bus - 161161
Train - MCL
Train - MEL
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
    Hoboken Terminal
    39 min
  • 7
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #0851| Hackettstown
  • 8
    Ride to train station Hackettstown
    Ride to train station
    Hackettstown
    135 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Paterson to Hackettstown

The distance between Paterson, New York - New Jersey and Hackettstown, New York - New Jersey is approximately 65.46 mi, which can typically be travelled in 203 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Paterson to Hackettstown by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Paterson to Hackettstown

To check the bus and train schedule from Paterson to Hackettstown using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Paterson) and destination (Hackettstown), 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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Alternative route from Paterson to Hackettstown by bus and train via 161, MCL and MEL

To get from Paterson to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey, 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 MEL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Hackettstown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hackettstown on the Moovit app.

208min
Bus - 161161
Train - MCL
Train - MEL
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
    Hoboken Terminal
    39 min
  • 7
    Train - MELMEL
    Wait for train
    MEL
    #0851| Hackettstown
  • 8
    Ride to train station Hackettstown
    Ride to train station
    Hackettstown
    135 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 203 minutes, using Bus line 72, Train line MEL.

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

    The alternative route takes 208 minutes, using Bus line 161, Train line MCL, Train line MEL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Paterson and Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Paterson to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey?

    The 72 bus line goes from Newark Penn Station Via Bloomfield Ave station near Paterson to University Ave at Lackawanna Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till University Ave at Lackawanna Ave station near Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Paterson to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Paterson and Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey by bus and train is about 3 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Paterson to get to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the 72 bus from the Newark Penn Station Via Bloomfield Ave stop near Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Paterson and Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the bus at the University Ave at Lackawanna Ave station, which is closest to Hackettstown in New York - New Jersey.

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