How to get from Hempstead Transit Center to Paterson, NJ by bus and train?

From Hempstead Transit Center to Paterson, NJ by bus and train

To get from Hempstead Transit Center to Paterson, NJ you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from Hempstead station to Jamaica station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BABYLON BRANCH train and finally take the 161 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Park Ave at Rosa Parks Blvd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 13 min. The bus and train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Paterson, NJ on the Moovit app.

133min
Walk to train station
Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Bus - 161161
Walk to Paterson, NJ
Leaves from Hempstead

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hempstead
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Atlantic Terminal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    19 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
    Park Ave at Rosa Parks Blvd
    ID 27433
    50 min
  • 9
    Walk to Paterson, NJ
    Walk to
    Paterson, NJ
    0.68 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Hempstead Transit Center to Paterson, NJ

The distance between Hempstead Transit Center and Paterson, NJ is approximately 41.68 mi, which can typically be travelled in 133 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Hempstead Transit Center to Paterson, NJ by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Paterson – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Hempstead Transit Center to Paterson, NJ

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

    The fastest way takes 133 minutes, using Train line HEMPSTEAD BRANCH, Train line BABYLON BRANCH, Bus line 161.

  • Is there a direct train between Hempstead Transit Center and Paterson, NJ?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Hempstead Transit Center to Paterson, NJ?

    The HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train line goes from Hempstead station near Hempstead Transit Center in Hempstead to Jamaica station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Jamaica station near Paterson, NJ.

  • How long does it take to travel from Hempstead Transit Center to Paterson, NJ by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Hempstead Transit Center and Paterson, NJ by train and bus is about 2 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Hempstead Transit Center to get to Paterson, NJ?

    Get on the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from the Hempstead station near Hempstead Transit Center in Hempstead.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Hempstead Transit Center and Paterson, NJ?

    Get off the train at the Jamaica stop, which is closest to Paterson, NJ.

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