Distance from Los Angeles to Paterson by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Los Angeles (CA) to Paterson (NJ) is 2436 miles or 3921 kilometers or 2116 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Los Angeles to Paterson is 2781 miles (4477 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 345 miles or 556 km.

Los Angeles to Paterson Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Los Angeles, CA and Paterson, NJ
This map shows the distance from Los Angeles, CA, Usa to Paterson, NJ, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Los Angeles, California to Paterson, New Jersey is displayed below.

Driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to Paterson, NJ

The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to Paterson, New Jersey is 2781 miles or 4477 km.
The total driving distance from Los Angeles, CA to Paterson, NJ is 2781 miles or 4477 kilometers. Your trip begins in Los Angeles, California. It ends in Paterson, New Jersey.
The driving distance from Los Angeles, California to Paterson, New Jersey is approximately 2781 miles (4477 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 49 to 50 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Los Angeles, CA to Paterson, NJ

How long is the drive from Los Angeles, CA to Paterson, NJ?
The total driving time is 49 hours, 20 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Los Angeles to Paterson take?
Los Angeles and Paterson are 49 hours 20 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Los Angeles and Paterson

Time difference between Los Angeles (CA) and Paterson (NJ) is 3 Hours.
Paterson time is 3 Hours ahead of Los Angeles.

Current local time in Los Angeles	Current local time in Paterson
2025-12-19, 19:17:22 PST	2025-12-19, 22:17:22 EST

How Far is it Between Los Angeles California, USA and Paterson New Jersey, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Los Angeles, CA and Paterson, NJ in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2781 mi	4477 km	2415.02 nmi
Straight line distance	2436 mi	3921 km	2116 nmi
Difference	345 mi	556 km	299 nmi

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