Trains tickets from Hartford, CT to Princeton, NJ, US

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Today27 Jul
from US$196
Tomorrow28 Jul
from US$74
Tue29 Jul
from US$74
Wed30 Jul
from US$56
Thu31 Jul
from US$129
Fri1 Aug
from US$129
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Hartford
    Departure location: Harford Union Station
    Arrival time: 28 July at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Hartford
    Departure location: Harford Union Station
    Arrival time: 28 July at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Hartford, CT to Princeton, NJ, US: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$74
Average train trip duration3h 42m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure16:34
Distance142 miles
Latest train departure19:18

Hartford to Princeton Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Hartford, CT - Princeton, NJ, US

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

    The average train ticket price from Hartford to Princeton is US$74. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Hartford 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 Hartford to Princeton?

    A train trip between Hartford and Princeton is around 3h 42m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 42m. This is the time it takes to travel the 142 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Hartford to Princeton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Hartford to Princeton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Hartford to Princeton?

    When taking the train from Hartford to Princeton, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
25/07
US$153
26/07
No data
Today
US$188
28/07
US$70
29/07
US$70
30/07
US$52
31/07
US$123
01/08
US$123
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hartford, CT to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on 30 Jul 2025 with a price of US$52

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

You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$256 for a train ticket from Hartford, CT to Princeton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52, which is on 2025-07-30.

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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 Hartford 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 Hartford to Princeton and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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.

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