The average train between Paterson and Dover takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Paterson to Dover. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Paterson and Dover. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paterson is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Dover at 2:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Paterson to Dover. However, there are services departing from Paterson station and arriving at Dover station via Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.
Paterson to Dover train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Paterson station.
Paterson to Dover train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Dover station.
The distance between Paterson and Dover is 33 km. The road distance is 81 km.
You can take a train from Paterson to Dover via Secaucus Upper Level in around 2h 23m.