Paterson travel guide

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You're Going to Love Paterson

With a population of 146,199, Paterson is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Paterson deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Paterson

If you’re looking for affordable options, Riverside Manor Restaurant & Banquets (27 East 33rd Street) and Mamajuana Cafe Paterson (177 3rd Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Paterson

Paterson in February
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Paterson in February
Estimated hotel price
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Paterson in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Paterson, with an average rainfall of 3.2″.

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How to Get to Paterson

Plane

When flying to Paterson, you’ll arrive at Caldwell Wright (CDW), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Paterson departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 34m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Paterson.

Car

Another option to get to Paterson is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 15 miles from Paterson. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paterson, including Megabus, Bus and OurBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Paterson takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 275 miles.

Plane

When flying to Paterson, you’ll arrive at Caldwell Wright (CDW), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Paterson departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 34m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Paterson.

Car

Another option to get to Paterson is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 15 miles from Paterson. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paterson, including Megabus, Bus and OurBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Paterson takes 115 miles and will cost you around $10. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 275 miles.

Airports near Paterson

Airlines serving Paterson

Lufthansa
Good (4,662 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (924 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,485 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,302 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,557 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,784 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Paterson

Most booked hotels in Paterson

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton/Rutherford
3 stars
Good (7.3, 1494 reviews)
$176+
Wyndham Garden Totowa
3 stars
Good (6.7, 462 reviews)
$98+
Days Inn by Wyndham Wayne
2 stars
Good (6.7, 1405 reviews)
$73+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairfield NJ
2 stars
Good (6.6, 188 reviews)
$73+
Ramada by Wyndham Rochelle Park Near Paramus
2 stars
Good (6.4, 812 reviews)
$107+

Renting a car in Paterson

Renting a car in Paterson costs $48 per day, on average, or $97 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Paterson (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Paterson is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Standard Car or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Paterson costs $48 per day, on average, or $97 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Paterson (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Paterson is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Standard Car or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.