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

The cheapest way to get from Paterson to Hershey is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paterson to Hershey is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Paterson and Hershey?

No, there is no direct bus from Paterson to Hershey. However, there are services departing from Main St At Market St and arriving at Chocolate Ave & Cocoa Ave via Newark Penn Station and Harrisburg Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Paterson and Hershey?

No, there is no direct train from Paterson to Hershey. However, there are services departing from Paterson and arriving at Harrisburg via Secaucus Upper Level and Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Paterson to Hershey?

The distance between Paterson and Hershey is 217 miles. The road distance is 156.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paterson to Hershey without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $100 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Paterson to Hershey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paterson to Hershey bus from?

Paterson to Hershey bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Main St At Market St station.

Where do I catch the Paterson to Hershey train from?

Paterson to Hershey train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from Paterson to Hershey?

The best way to get from Paterson to Hershey is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $100 - $190. Alternatively, you can line 72 bus and bus, which costs $28 - $60 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Paterson to Hershey bus arrive?

Paterson to Hershey bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Paterson to Hershey train arrive?

Paterson to Hershey train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Harrisburg station.

Can I drive from Paterson to Hershey?

Yes, the driving distance between Paterson to Hershey is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Paterson to Hershey.

Where can I stay near Hershey?

There are 200+ hotels available in Hershey.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Paterson to Hershey by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Harrisburgtrain Keystone Service / ...
6h 33m
$107–187
Line 72 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main St At Market St to Newark Penn Stationbus 72
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0410 / ...
6h 43m
$29–56
Drive 155.8 mi
1. Drive from Paterson to Hersheycar 155.8 mi
2h 59m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark to Harrisburgbus Blu 6Pmny(Leb/Har) / ...
7h 50m
$67–88

Paterson to Hershey by train and bus (Amtrak)

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6h 33mAverage Duration

$107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.4 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Harrisburg every 2 hours. Tickets cost $100–160 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St At Market St to Chocolate Ave & Cocoa Ave via Newark Penn Station, Harrisburg Bus Station, and Harrisburg Transportation Center in around 6h 43m.

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