Day trip from New York City to Paterson
Paterson lies 26 km (16 mi) north-west of New York City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 26 km (16 mi) apart, Paterson is a realistic day trip from New York City: about 26 min each way by road.
| New York City | Paterson | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 8.8 million | 147,754 |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 35 m (115 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
What to see in Paterson
| Sight | Visitors a year | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park | 339,768 | 2020 |
The busiest is Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park at 339,768 visitors in 2020. Figures are the latest each site has published, so they are not all for the same year.
Where to book tours and tickets in Paterson
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Staying in Paterson
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Common questions
How far is Paterson from New York City?
26 km (16 mi) in a straight line, north-west of New York City; by road roughly 32 km (20 mi).
How long does it take to get from New York City to Paterson by road?
About 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between New York City and Paterson?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.