How to get from Jersey City to Paterson by bus?

From Jersey City to Paterson by bus

To get from Jersey City to Paterson in New York - New Jersey, take the 88 bus from Journal Square Transportation Center station to JFK Blvd at 31st St station. Next, take the 161 bus from 31st St at JFK Blvd station to Broadway Bus Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The bus schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Paterson on the Moovit app.

89min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8888
Bus - 161161
Walk to Paterson
Leaves from Journal Square Transportation Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Journal Square Transportation Center
    ID 20883
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8888
    Wait for bus
    88
    North Bergen 91st Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    JFK Blvd at 31st St
    ID 21730
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    31st St at JFK Blvd
    ID 21688
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 161161
    Wait for bus
    161
    Paterson Via Union City
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway Bus Terminal
    ID 27270
    54 min
  • 7
    Walk to Paterson
    Walk to
    Paterson
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Jersey City to Paterson by bus and train

To get from Jersey City to Paterson in New York - New Jersey, take the 87 bus from Journal Square Transportation Center station to Hoboken Terminal Lane 6 station. Next, take the MCL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Paterson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The bus schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Paterson on the Moovit app.

77min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8787
Train - MCL
Walk to Paterson
Leaves from Journal Square Transportation Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Journal Square Transportation Center
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Hoboken-Path Via Journal Sq
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hoboken Terminal Lane 6
    ID 20497
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hoboken Terminal
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1109| Suffern
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Paterson
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Paterson
    Walk to
    Paterson
    790 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jersey City to Paterson

The distance between Jersey City, New York - New Jersey and Paterson, New York - New Jersey is approximately 19.8 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jersey City to Paterson by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Jersey City to Paterson

To check the bus schedule from Jersey City to Paterson using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Jersey City) and destination (Paterson), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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From Jersey City to Paterson by bus and train

To get from Jersey City to Paterson in New York - New Jersey, take the 87 bus from Journal Square Transportation Center station to Hoboken Terminal Lane 6 station. Next, take the MCL train from Hoboken Terminal station to Paterson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The bus schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Paterson on the Moovit app.

77min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8787
Train - MCL
Walk to Paterson
Leaves from Journal Square Transportation Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Journal Square Transportation Center
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Hoboken-Path Via Journal Sq
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hoboken Terminal Lane 6
    ID 20497
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hoboken Terminal
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1109| Suffern
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Paterson
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Paterson
    Walk to
    Paterson
    790 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jersey City to Paterson?

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Bus line 88, Bus line 161.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Jersey City to Paterson?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Bus line 87, Train line MCL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

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

    The 88 bus line goes from Journal Square Transportation Center station near Jersey City to North Bergen 91st Street station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till North Bergen 91st Street station near Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

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

    The total travel time between Jersey City and Paterson in New York - New Jersey by bus is about 1 hr 29 min.

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

    Get on the 88 bus from the Journal Square Transportation Center stop near Jersey City in New York - New Jersey.

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

    Get off the bus at the North Bergen 91st Street stop, which is closest to Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

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