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

From Plainfield to Paterson by bus and train

To get from Plainfield to Paterson in New York - New Jersey, take the RARV train from Plainfield station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, take the 72 bus from Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station to Broadway Bus Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 10 min. The bus and train schedule from Plainfield may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Paterson on the Moovit app.

130min
Walk to train station
Train - RARV
Bus - 7272
Walk to Paterson
Leaves from Plainfield

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Plainfield
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - RARVRARV
    Wait for train
    RARV
    #5422| Newark Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side)
    ID 18835
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7272
    Wait for bus
    72
    Paterson Via Bloomfield Ave
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway Bus Terminal
    ID 27270
    68 min
  • 7
    Walk to Paterson
    Walk to
    Paterson
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Plainfield to Paterson

The distance between Plainfield, New York - New Jersey and Paterson, New York - New Jersey is approximately 30.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 130 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Plainfield 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 Plainfield to Paterson

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

    The fastest way takes 130 minutes, using Train line RARV, Bus line 72.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 10 min.

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

    The RARV train line goes from Plainfield station near Plainfield to Newark Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Newark Penn Station station near Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

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

    The total travel time between Plainfield and Paterson in New York - New Jersey by train and bus is about 2 hr 10 min.

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

    Get on the RARV train from the Plainfield station near Plainfield in New York - New Jersey.

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

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

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