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

Madison to Paterson - Bus Schedule

The 641 B bus from Madison to Paterson runs from 6:07 AM to 6:07 PM, with departures every 2 hr. The trip takes about 4 hr 31 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Madison to Paterson by bus and train

To get from Madison to Paterson in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 641 B bus from Route 1 & Cottage Rd station to Old Saybrook Train Station Bus Shelter station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the 161 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Broadway Bus Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 31 min. The bus and train schedule from Madison may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Paterson on the Moovit app.

271min
Bus - 641 B641 B
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Bus - 161161
Walk to Paterson
Leaves from Route 1 & Cottage Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Madison
  • 2
    Bus - 641 B641 B
    Wait for bus
    641 B
    Old Saybrook Route 1
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Old Saybrook Train Station Bus Shelter
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Old Saybrook
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Washington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    138 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    0.56 mi • 12 min
  • 8
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    Paterson
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway Bus Terminal
    ID 27270
    56 min
  • 10
    Walk to Paterson
    Walk to
    Paterson
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Madison to Paterson

The distance between Madison, New York - New Jersey and Paterson, New York - New Jersey is approximately 141.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 271 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Madison to Paterson 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 Madison to Paterson

To check the bus and train schedule from Madison to Paterson using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Madison) and destination (Paterson), 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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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 271 minutes, using Bus line 641 B, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Bus line 161.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 31 min.

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

    The 641 B bus line goes from Old Saybrook Train Station Bus Shelter station near Madison to Old Saybrook station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Old Saybrook station near Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

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

    The total travel time between Madison and Paterson in New York - New Jersey by bus and train is about 4 hr 31 min.

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

    Get on the 641 B bus from the Old Saybrook Train Station Bus Shelter stop near Madison in New York - New Jersey.

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

    Get off the bus at the Old Saybrook stop, which is closest to Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

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