How to get from Elizabeth to Paterson by train?

From Elizabeth to Paterson by train

To get from Elizabeth to Paterson you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NJCL train from Elizabeth station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC train and finally take the MCL train from Secaucus station to Paterson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The train schedule from Elizabeth may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Paterson on the Moovit app.

73min
Walk to train station
Train - NJCL
Train - NC
Train - MCL
Walk to Paterson
Leaves from Elizabeth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elizabeth
    660 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3504| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3128| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    7 min
  • 6
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1109| Suffern
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Paterson
    23 min
  • 8
    Walk to Paterson
    Walk to
    Paterson
    Market Street
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Elizabeth to Paterson by bus and train

To get from Elizabeth to Paterson in Paterson, take the NJCL train from Elizabeth station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, take the 72 bus from Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station to Main St at Market St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The train schedule from Elizabeth may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Paterson on the Moovit app.

102min
Walk to train station
Train - NJCL
Bus - 7272
Walk to Paterson
Leaves from Elizabeth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elizabeth
    660 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3504| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    14 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
    Main St at Market St
    ID 27341
    68 min
  • 7
    Walk to Paterson
    Walk to
    Paterson
    Market Street
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Elizabeth to Paterson

The distance between Elizabeth and Paterson is approximately 23.22 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elizabeth to Paterson by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Paterson – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Elizabeth to Paterson

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

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From Elizabeth to Paterson by bus and train

To get from Elizabeth to Paterson in Paterson, take the NJCL train from Elizabeth station to Newark Penn Station station. Next, take the 72 bus from Bus Lanes (Raymond Blvd Side) station to Main St at Market St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min. The train schedule from Elizabeth may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Paterson on the Moovit app.

102min
Walk to train station
Train - NJCL
Bus - 7272
Walk to Paterson
Leaves from Elizabeth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Elizabeth
    660 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - NJCLNJCL
    Wait for train
    NJCL
    #3504| New York Penn Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Newark Penn Station
    14 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
    Main St at Market St
    ID 27341
    68 min
  • 7
    Walk to Paterson
    Walk to
    Paterson
    Market Street
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Train line NJCL, Train line NC, Train line MCL.

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

    The alternative route takes 102 minutes, using Train line NJCL, Bus line 72.

  • Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Paterson?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Elizabeth to Paterson?

    The NJCL train line goes from Elizabeth station near Elizabeth in Elizabeth, Nj to #3504| New York Penn Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #3504| New York Penn Station station near Paterson.

  • How long does it take to travel from Elizabeth to Paterson by train?

    The total travel time between Elizabeth and Paterson by train is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Elizabeth to get to Paterson?

    Get on the NJCL train from the Elizabeth station near Elizabeth in Elizabeth, Nj.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Elizabeth and Paterson?

    Get off the train at the #3504| New York Penn Station station, which is closest to Paterson.

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