How to get from Paterson to Rutgers by train?

From Paterson to Rutgers by train

To get from Paterson to Rutgers in New Brunswick, take the MCL train from Paterson station to Secaucus station. Next, take the NC train from Secaucus station to New Brunswick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min.

95min
Train - MCL
Train - NC
Walk to Rutgers
Leaves from Paterson

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Paterson
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1208| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3915| Trenton Transit Center
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    New Brunswick
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rutgers
    Walk to
    Rutgers
    New Street
    590 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Paterson to Rutgers

The distance between Paterson, New Brunswick and Rutgers, New Brunswick is approximately 40.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 95 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Paterson to Rutgers by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New Brunswick – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Paterson

Paterson is located at Paterson, New Brunswick and the nearest public transit station is Market St at Memorial Drive, NJ Rr Station.

Train stations close to Paterson:

  • Hawthorne
  • Broadway
  • Radburn

Bus stations close to Paterson:

  • Market St at Memorial Drive, NJ Rr Station
  • 16th Ave at Straight St
  • Memorial Dr at Ellison St

Public transit stations close to Rutgers, New Brunswick

Rutgers is located at New Street, New Brunswick and the nearest public transit station is Remsen Ave at Welton St.

Train stations close to Rutgers:

  • Edison
  • New Brunswick
  • Jersey Avenue

Bus stations close to Rutgers:

  • Remsen Ave at Welton St
  • George St at Throop Ave
  • Livingston Ave at Handy St

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 95 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line NC.

  • Is there a direct train between Paterson and Rutgers?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 35 min.

  • Which train line goes from Paterson to Rutgers?

    The MCL train line goes from #1208| Hoboken station near Paterson in Paterson to Secaucus station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Secaucus station near Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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

    The total travel time between Paterson in Paterson and Rutgers in New Brunswick by train is about 1 hr 35 min.

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

    Get on the MCL train from the #1208| Hoboken station near Paterson in Paterson.

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

    Get off the train at the Secaucus station, which is closest to Rutgers in New Brunswick.

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