The average train between Paterson and South Amboy takes 1h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Paterson to South Amboy. 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 South Amboy. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paterson is at 11:54 PM which arrives into South Amboy at 1:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 30m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Paterson to South Amboy? 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 South Amboy. However, there are services departing from Paterson station and arriving at South Amboy station via Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
Paterson to South Amboy train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Paterson station.
Paterson to South Amboy train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at South Amboy station.
The distance between Paterson and South Amboy is 49.2 km. The road distance is 60 km.
You can take a train from Paterson to South Amboy via Secaucus Upper Level in around 1h 42m.