Train from Richmond, VA, US to Princeton, NJ, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Princeton on 28 April
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Staples Mill Road
Princeton Junction StationCheapestFastest
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Staples Mill Road
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Staples Mill Road
Princeton Junction StationNo tags
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Staples Mill Road
Princeton Junction StationNo tags

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Get from Richmond to Princeton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just JP¥8,298, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
6h 45mAverage duration
242 milesDistance
35kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Princeton, NJ, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Princeton?

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Princeton start from JP¥8,298. The average price for this train route is around JP¥31,419. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Richmond to Princeton?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to Princeton is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 242 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Richmond to Princeton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Princeton?

    The earliest train from Richmond to Princeton departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 15:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/04
JP¥31,470
27/04
JP¥7,827
Today
JP¥15,001
29/04
No data
30/04
JP¥13,371
01/05
JP¥15,001
02/05
JP¥12,066
03/05
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on 27 Apr 2026 with a price of JP¥7,827

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

You can expect to pay from JP¥7,827 to JP¥119,193 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Princeton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at JP¥12,066, which is on 2026-05-02.

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