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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Lancaster, PA | Princeton Junction Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Lancaster, PA | Princeton Junction Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Princeton Junction Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Princeton Junction Station | No tags |
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Get from Lancaster to Princeton
The journey takes about 2 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $53
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster, PA, US to Princeton, NJ, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Princeton?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Princeton start at $53. The average price for this train route is around $96. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Lancaster to Princeton?
The average train trip from Lancaster to Princeton takes 2h 6m and covers 146 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Princeton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Princeton?
The earliest train from Lancaster to Princeton departs at 7:56am. The latest train departs at 3:45pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on Apr 8, 2026 with a price of $56To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lancaster, PA, US to Princeton, NJ, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $56 to $255 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to Princeton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $145 which is on 2026-04-10.
