What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Paterson?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Paterson is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Paterson?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Paterson is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Paterson?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Bristol and arriving at Paterson via Trenton Transit Center and Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Bristol to Paterson?

The distance between Bristol and Paterson is 74 miles. The road distance is 73.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Paterson without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Paterson without a car is to train and line 72 bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $6 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Paterson?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Bristol to Paterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Paterson train from?

Bristol to Paterson train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Trenton Transit Center station.

Where does the Bristol to Paterson train arrive?

Bristol to Paterson train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Secaucus Upper Level station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Paterson is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Bristol to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2012+ hotels available in Paterson.

Bristol to Paterson - 4 ways to travel via train, line 72 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol to Paterson by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 72 bus
best
1. Take the train from Trenton to Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Market Stbus 72
2h 25m
$7–32
Train
1. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Secaucus Upper Leveltrain Nec
2h 50m
$7–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Trenton to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Main St At Market Stbus 190
2h 57m
$29–69
Drive 72.8 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Patersoncar 72.8 mi
1h 33m
$14–20

Bristol to Paterson by train and bus

168Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.6 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Bristol, PA, USA and Paterson, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Trenton Transit Center to Secaucus Upper Level every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–22 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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