The average train between Paterson and Laurel takes 6h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Paterson to Laurel. 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 5 times a day between Paterson and Laurel. The earliest departure is at 10:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paterson is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Laurel at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Secaucus Upper Level and take an average of 6h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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4h 53m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Paterson to Laurel? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Paterson to Laurel. However, there are services departing from Paterson station and arriving at Laurel station via Washington Union Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.
Paterson to Laurel train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Paterson to Laurel train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Washington Union Station.
The distance between Paterson and Laurel is 304.6 km. The road distance is 398 km.
Amtrak Acela operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $45–700 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Amtrak also services this route hourly.