Trains tickets from Boston (MA), US to Princeton (NJ), US

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Today8 May
Tomorrow9 May
from US$231
Sat10 May
from US$184
Sun11 May
from US$288
Mon12 May
from US$140
Tue13 May
from US$102
Wed14 May
from US$102
Thu15 May
from US$184

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 9 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 9 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: 9 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Back Bay Station
    Arrival time: 9 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Back Bay Station
    Arrival time: 9 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 May at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station
    Arrival time: 9 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Boston to Princeton: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$147
Average train trip duration5h 30m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure15:08
Distance231 miles
Latest train departure17:46

Boston to Princeton Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston - Princeton

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

    The average train ticket price from Boston to Princeton is US$147. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Princeton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Boston to Princeton?

    A train trip between Boston and Princeton is around 5h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 233 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Boston and Princeton?

    The number of trains from Boston to Princeton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Princeton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/05
US$102
07/05
US$140
Today
US$231
09/05
US$231
10/05
US$184
11/05
US$288
12/05
US$140
13/05
US$102
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston to Princeton was searched and found on 6 May 2025 with a price of US$102

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

You can expect to pay from US$102 to US$362 for a train ticket from Boston to Princeton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$102, which is on 2025-05-13.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Boston to Princeton is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Princeton you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Boston and Princeton compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Boston to Princeton and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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