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

From Danbury to Paterson by bus and train

To get from Danbury to Paterson in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the 5 train from Danbury station to Stamford 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 3 hr 36 min. The bus and train schedule from Danbury may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Paterson on the Moovit app.

216min
Train - 5
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Bus - 161161
Walk to Paterson
Leaves from Danbury

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Danbury
  • 2
    Train - 55
    Wait for train
    5
    1849#| Stamford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stamford
    69 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Newport News
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    56 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    ID 26229
    0.56 mi • 12 min
  • 7
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    Paterson
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway Bus Terminal
    ID 27270
    56 min
  • 9
    Walk to Paterson
    Walk to
    Paterson
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Danbury to Paterson

The distance between Danbury, New York - New Jersey and Paterson, New York - New Jersey is approximately 86.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 216 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Danbury 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 Danbury to Paterson

To check the bus and train schedule from Danbury to Paterson using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Danbury) 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 Danbury to Paterson?

    The fastest way takes 216 minutes, using Train line 5, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Bus line 161.

  • Is there a direct train between Danbury and Paterson in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 36 min.

  • Which train line goes from Danbury to Paterson in New York - New Jersey?

    The 5 train line goes from Stamford station near Danbury to 34 St-Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till 34 St-Penn Station station near Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

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

    The total travel time between Danbury and Paterson in New York - New Jersey by train and bus is about 3 hr 36 min.

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

    Get on the 5 train from the Stamford station near Danbury in New York - New Jersey.

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

    Get off the train at the 34 St-Penn Station stop, which is closest to Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

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