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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Paterson is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Paterson is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Paterson?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Main St At Market St via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Paterson?

The distance between Reading and Paterson is 156 miles. The road distance is 114.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Paterson without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Reading to Paterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Paterson bus from?

Reading to Paterson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Paterson bus arrive?

Reading to Paterson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Reading to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Paterson is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Reading to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2133+ hotels available in Paterson.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Reading to Philadelphiabus FlixBus 2650
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
3h 58m
Drive 114.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Patersoncar 114.3 mi
2h 31m
$21–31
Bus, line 72 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus 2650 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Market Stbus 72
4h 15m
$24–44
Bus, line 72 bus via Newark
1. Take the bus from Reading to Newarkbus Blu 5Ampa / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Main St At Market Stbus 72
4h 23m
$39–56

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Distance: 155.4 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Reading to Main St At Market St via Newark Penn Station in around 4h 15m.

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