Next train departures

Next departures for Princeton to Boston on September 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Boston on September 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Boston on September 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 54m	11:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 13m	11:59pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	11:52pm	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Boston on September 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 18m	12:10am	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Boston on September 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	11:58pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Boston on September 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	12:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Boston on September 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	3:08pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	6:40pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	11:31pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	6h 23m	9:14pm	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

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Get from Princeton to Boston

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 5 hours 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just CN¥251, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

5h 48mAverage Duration

369 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,486 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6486 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 CN¥251

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Princeton, NJ, US to Boston, MA, 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 Princeton to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Boston start at CN¥251. The average price for this train route is around CN¥877. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Princeton to Boston?
The average train trip from Princeton to Boston takes 5h 48m and covers 369 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton to Boston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Princeton to Boston?
The earliest train from Princeton to Boston departs at 7:57am. The latest train departs at 6:02pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09-15

CN¥296

09-16

CN¥385

Today

CN¥750

09-18

CN¥1,375

09-19

CN¥736

09-20

CN¥2,647

09-21

CN¥1,004

09-22

CN¥434

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Sep 15, 2026 with a price of CN¥296

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

You can expect to pay from CN¥296 to CN¥3,225 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CN¥434 which is on 2026-09-22.