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Paterson to Edison by train

Edison lies 49 km (30 mi) south-west of Paterson, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

By rail the journey is about 40 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 59 km (37 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.

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PatersonEdison
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population147,754102,548
Elevation35 m (115 ft)27 m (89 ft)
Time nowUTC-4 (America/New_York)UTC-4 (America/New_York)
Stations on recordPaterson, Lake View, Vreeland AvenueEdison
Postal codes07501–0754408817–08899

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Common questions

How far is Edison from Paterson?

49 km (30 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Paterson; by road roughly 59 km (37 mi).

How long does it take to get from Paterson to Edison by train?

About 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Paterson and Edison?

No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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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.