How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Princeton?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Princeton start at $12. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Princeton?

The average train trip from Philadelphia to Princeton takes 36m and covers 63 km. The quickest train gets you there in 33m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Princeton route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Princeton?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Princeton departs at 6:08am. The latest train departs at 8:35pm.

Train Philadelphia to Princeton from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	5:18pm	30th Street Station	33m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:26pm	30th Street Station	34m	6:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	5:26pm	30th Street Station	34m	6:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	30th Street Station	37m	6:47am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	6:10am	30th Street Station	37m	6:47am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:05pm	30th Street Station	38m	8:43pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:05pm	30th Street Station	38m	8:43pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31pm	30th Street Station	34m	6:05pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:23am	30th Street Station	37m	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	5:18pm	30th Street Station	33m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:40am	30th Street Station	36m	10:16am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:40am	30th Street Station	36m	10:16am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	5:18pm	30th Street Station	33m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:40am	30th Street Station	36m	10:16am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:40am	30th Street Station	36m	10:16am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:15pm	30th Street Station	35m	2:50pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	5:18pm	30th Street Station	33m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:40am	30th Street Station	36m	10:16am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:18pm	30th Street Station	33m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:40am	30th Street Station	36m	10:16am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:40am	30th Street Station	36m	10:16am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:55am	30th Street Station	35m	11:30am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	5:18pm	30th Street Station	33m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	39m	9:47am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:40am	30th Street Station	36m	10:16am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

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Get from Philadelphia to Princeton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

36mAverage Duration

63 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $12

Amtrak Philadelphia Princeton recent customer reviews

Good, minor delay but only 3-4 minutes, nice seating

Anthony C.

December 17, 2023

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Princeton?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Princeton start at $12. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Princeton?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to Princeton takes 36m and covers 63 km. The quickest train gets you there in 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Princeton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Princeton?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Princeton departs at 6:08am. The latest train departs at 8:35pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$58

12-11

$82

Today

$140

12-13

$58

12-14

$106

12-15

$58

12-16

$58

12-17

$43

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $43

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $43 to $223 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-17.