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Scotch Plains to Paterson trains

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The average train between Scotch Plains and Paterson takes 1h 53m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotch Plains 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.

1h 53m
Duration
31 mi
Distance
$19
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Scotch Plains to Paterson train times

Trains run hourly between Scotch Plains and Paterson. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotch Plains is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Paterson at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark Penn Station and take an average of 1h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scotch Plains 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.

Map of how to get from Scotch Plains to Paterson.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 30.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Scotch Plains, NJ, USA and Paterson, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Fanwood to Paterson via Newark Penn Station and Secaucus Lower Level in around 1h 44m.

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