The average train between Rutgers University and Paterson takes 1h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Rutgers University 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.
Trains run hourly between Rutgers University and Paterson. The earliest departure is at 12:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Rutgers University is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Paterson at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer at New Brunswick and take an average of 1h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rutgers University to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Rutgers University station and arriving at Paterson station via Secaucus Upper Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.
Rutgers University to Paterson train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from New Brunswick station.
Rutgers University to Paterson train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Paterson station.
The distance between Rutgers University and Paterson is 51.8 km. The road distance is 65 km.
You can take a vehicle from Rutgers University to Paterson via New Brunswick and Secaucus Lower Level in around 1h 52m.