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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Paterson takes 22h 52m and the fastest train takes 21h 28m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Chicago to Paterson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

22h 52m
Duration
974 mi
Distance
$288
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Paterson train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Chicago and Paterson. The earliest departure is at 9:30 PM at night, and the last departure from Chicago is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Paterson at 8:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 22h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit21h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit25h 16m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit21h 51m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit21h 51m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit25h • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit21h 51m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Paterson? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 973.5 mi
  • Duration: 22h 52m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Paterson, NJ, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station once daily. Tickets cost $230–600 and the journey takes 20h 12m.

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