Based on 6575 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 $28
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Princeton, NJ, US to Washington, DC, 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Washington start at $28. The average price for this train route is around $125. 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 Washington?
The average train trip from Princeton to Washington takes 2h 48m and covers 258 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Princeton to Washington?
The earliest train from Princeton to Washington departs at 5:43am. The latest train departs at 9:00pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10-16
$420
10-17
$25
Today
$32
10-19
$172
10-20
$119
10-21
$57
10-22
$172
10-23
$227
The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Oct 17, 2026 with a price of $25
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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $25 to $458 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2026-10-21.
The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Oct 17, 2026 with a price of $25
