Paterson to Albany by bus
Albany lies 196 km (122 mi) north of Paterson, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 46 min including stops, over roughly 239 km (149 mi) of road.
| Paterson | Albany | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 147,754 | 101,228 |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 07501–07544 | 12201–12288 |
Where to book buses from Paterson to Albany
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Staying in Albany
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Common questions
How far is Albany from Paterson?
196 km (122 mi) in a straight line, north of Paterson; by road roughly 239 km (149 mi).
How long does it take to get from Paterson to Albany by bus?
About 3 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Paterson and Albany?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.