The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Paterson, NJ on Mon, Apr 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct buses cover the 136 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:45 PM5h35Philadelphia, PA2:20 AMPaterson, NJ$491One-way0 transfers
8:45 PM5h35Philadelphia, PA2:20 AMPaterson, NJ$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$43 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:25, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 3:25 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Paterson, NJ by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paterson, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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