What is the cheapest way to get from Cape May to Paterson?

The cheapest way to get from Cape May to Paterson is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape May to Paterson?

The fastest way to get from Cape May to Paterson is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Cape May and Paterson?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape May to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street and arriving at Main St At Market St via Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Cape May to Paterson?

The distance between Cape May and Paterson is 196 miles. The road distance is 157 miles.

How do I travel from Cape May to Paterson without a car?

The best way to get from Cape May to Paterson without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 13m and costs $30 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Cape May to Paterson?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Cape May to Paterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape May to Paterson bus from?

Cape May to Paterson bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street station.

Where does the Cape May to Paterson bus arrive?

Cape May to Paterson bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Cape May to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape May to Paterson is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cape May to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2521+ hotels available in Paterson.

Cape May to Paterson - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Jfk Blvd At 30Th Stbus 316
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
5h 13m
$34–657
Drive 156.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cape May to Patersoncar 156.1 mi
3h 1m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminalbus 552
2. Take the bus from Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 319
3. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Main St At Market Stbus 190
5h 56m
$34–109
Bus via Market St At City Hall
1. Take the bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminalbus 552
2. Take the bus from Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 319
3. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Market St At City Hallbus 161 / ...
5h 59m
$34–110

Cape May to Paterson by bus and train

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Distance: 195.3 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Cape May, NJ, USA and Paterson, NJ, USA?

You can take a bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Main St At Market St via Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal, Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal, and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 5h 56m.

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