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

The cheapest way to get from Paterson to Lancaster is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paterson to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Paterson and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Paterson to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Main St At Market St and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via Newark Penn Station and AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Paterson to Lancaster?

The distance between Paterson and Lancaster is 205 miles. The road distance is 152.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paterson to Lancaster without a car is to line 72 bus and train which takes 6h 51m and costs $50 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Paterson to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paterson to Lancaster bus from?

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

Where does the Paterson to Lancaster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paterson to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Paterson to Lancaster is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Paterson to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 250+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Paterson to Lancaster - 3 ways to travel via train, line 72 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Paterson to Lancaster by bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Line 72 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Main St At Market St to Newark Penn Stationbus 72
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
6h 51m
$53–118
Drive 151.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paterson to Lancastercar 151.5 mi
2h 56m
$28–40
Line 72 bus, bus
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 / ...
8h 9m
$31–65

Paterson to Lancaster by bus and train

54Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.4 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Main St At Market St to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Newark Penn Station, Harrisburg Bus Station, Harrisburg, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 8h 9m.

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