Complete Main Route
Review every community, street and major landmark served by the Main Route. The route connects Paterson, Clifton, Passaic, North Bergen and Union City with Midtown Manhattan at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue. Return service is also available from Manhattan back to New Jersey.
Main Route Quick Guide
Use the links below to jump to any route area, view posted fares or open the online digital-ticket and schedule page.
Ride from New Jersey to Midtown Manhattan or board the return bus in Manhattan for travel back to New Jersey.
Digital tickets are available online. Eligible bulk digital-ticket purchases may receive available quantity discounts.
Every Main Route Area and Stop
The route is displayed from Paterson toward Manhattan. Return service follows the corridor back from Manhattan toward Union City, North Bergen, Passaic, Clifton and Paterson.
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Route starting areaMain Street
City of Paterson
Main Street corridor
The Main Route begins in Paterson and serves the following streets and major landmarks along the Main Street corridor.
- Ellison Street
- Market Street
- Grand Avenue
- Saint Joseph Hospital
- Madison Avenue
- Crooks Avenue
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Route area 2Main Avenue
Clifton
Main Avenue corridor
- White Castle
- Dunkin’
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Route area 3Passaic
Passaic
Main Avenue and central Passaic corridor
- Highland Avenue
- Harrison
- Monroe Street
- Passaic Bus Terminal
- Broadway
- Passaic Street
- Gregory Avenue
- Van Houten
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Route area 4Route 21
Clifton–Passaic
Entering Route 21
- River Road
- Rumba Cubana
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Route area 5North Bergen
North Bergen
North Bergen landmark stop
- Super 8 Motel
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Route area 6Union City
Union City
Kennedy Boulevard and Park Avenue area
- 32nd Street & Kennedy Boulevard
- Post Office
- Park Avenue
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Manhattan destination and return point
42nd Street & 8th Avenue
The Manhattan stop at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue is the New York City destination for the Main Route. Passengers can also board the return bus in Manhattan for service back toward New Jersey.
Arriving in Manhattan Paterson and North Jersey to Midtown
Returning to New Jersey Manhattan back toward North Jersey
42nd Street & 8th Avenue Midtown Manhattan New York NYC Manhattan Stop
Buy Main Route Tickets Online
Main Route digital tickets are available online. The ticket page also provides route schedule information and available bulk-purchase discounts for eligible digital ticket quantities.
Main Route Fares
View the posted Main Route fares between Paterson, Clifton, Passaic, Union City, North Bergen and New York. The double arrow indicates travel between the two listed locations.
Each row displays the posted fare for travel between the two named locations in either direction.
New York & Gate 56 Fares
| From | To | Fare | |
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| Paterson | ↔ | New York | $8.00 |
| Gate 56 | ↔ | Paterson | $7.00 |
| Clifton | ↔ | New York | $7.00 |
| Gate 56 | ↔ | Clifton | $7.00 |
| Passaic | ↔ | New York | $7.00 |
| Gate 56 | ↔ | Passaic | $7.00 |
Union City & North Bergen Fares
| From | To | Fare | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paterson | ↔ | Union City | $4.50 |
| Clifton | ↔ | Union City | $4.00 |
| Passaic | ↔ | Union City | $4.00 |
| Super 8 | ↔ | New York | $4.00 |
| Union City | ↔ | New York | $4.00 |
New Jersey Community Fares
| From | To | Fare | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paterson | ↔ | Delawanna | $3.50 |
| Paterson | ↔ | Passaic | $3.00 |
| Paterson | ↔ | Clifton | $2.50 |
| Passaic | ↔ | Clifton | $2.50 |
Local Travel
The posted local fare for local travel on the Main Route is:
Fares are listed between locations. The double arrow represents the posted fare between the two named locations in either direction.
Online digital tickets are available. Use the official Main Route ticket page to purchase digital tickets and review available options.
Bulk discounts may be available. Eligible online digital-ticket quantities may qualify for available bulk-purchase pricing.
Confirm Gate 56 when traveling. Gate assignments can change, so review the current ticket and schedule information before departure.
Plan Your Trip to Manhattan
Review the current Main Route schedule, purchase digital tickets and view available bulk-ticket options online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers about Main Route stops, Manhattan service, fares, digital tickets and bulk discounts.
Where does the Main Route begin?
The Main Route begins in Paterson, New Jersey, along the Main Street corridor. Listed Paterson stops include Ellison Street, Market Street, Grand Avenue, Saint Joseph Hospital, Madison Avenue and Crooks Avenue.
What is the final Manhattan stop?
The Manhattan destination is at 42nd Street and 8th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan.
Can I take the Main Route from Manhattan back to New Jersey?
Yes. The Main Route operates in both directions. Passengers can travel from New Jersey to Manhattan and board return service from Manhattan back toward New Jersey.
Which communities does the Main Route serve?
The route serves Paterson, Clifton, Passaic, North Bergen and Union City before reaching Midtown Manhattan.
Does the route use Main Street or Main Avenue?
In Paterson, the route travels along the Main Street corridor. In Clifton and Passaic, portions of the route use the Main Avenue corridor.
Does the Main Route travel on Route 21?
Yes. The route enters Route 21 through the Clifton–Passaic area after serving River Road and the Rumba Cubana area.
Can I buy Main Route tickets online?
Yes. Main Route digital tickets can be purchased online through the official Express Bus Service ticket and schedule page.
Are bulk ticket discounts available?
Bulk discounts are available for eligible online digital-ticket purchases. Available quantities and pricing should be reviewed on the official ticket page.
Where can I view the Main Route schedule?
The Main Route schedule is available on the official Paterson–Manhattan ticket and schedule page on the Express Bus Service website.
How much is the fare between Paterson and New York?
The posted Main Route fare between Paterson and New York is $8.00.
How much is the fare between Clifton and New York?
The posted Main Route fare between Clifton and New York is $7.00.
How much is the fare between Passaic and New York?
The posted Main Route fare between Passaic and New York is $7.00.
How much is the fare between Union City and New York?
The posted Main Route fare between Union City and New York is $4.00.
What is the Main Route local fare?
The posted local fare for local Main Route travel is $1.50.
What is Gate 56?
Gate 56 is a designated boarding gate located inside the Port Authority Bus Terminal at 625 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10018. It is used as a New York departure point for certain Main Route trips to Paterson. Passengers should check the terminal information screens or confirm with terminal staff before boarding, as gate assignments may occasionally change.
Can Main Route fares change?
Yes. Posted fares, schedules, gates and online ticket options may be updated. Review the current ticket and schedule page before traveling.