Trains tickets from New York to Princeton (NJ), US

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Today4 May
from US$11
Tomorrow5 May
from US$6
Tue6 May
from US$6
Wed7 May
from US$6
Thu8 May
from US$6
Fri9 May
from US$6
Sat10 May
from US$41
Sun11 May
from US$11

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 5 May at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 5 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 5 May at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 5 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 May at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 5 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 May at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 5 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 May at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: 5 May at
    Destination city: Princeton
    Destination location: Princeton Junction Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train New York to Princeton: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$22
Average train trip duration53m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure04:50
Distance45 miles
Latest train departure22:05

New York to Princeton Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - Princeton

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

    The average train ticket price from New York to Princeton is US$22. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York 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 New York to Princeton?

    A train trip between New York and Princeton is around 53m, although the fastest train will take about 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 43 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from New York to Princeton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from New York 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
02/05
US$57
03/05
US$41
Today
US$11
05/05
US$6
06/05
US$6
07/05
US$6
08/05
US$6
09/05
US$6
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York to Princeton was searched and found on 5 May 2025 with a price of US$6

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

You can expect to pay from US$6 to US$127 for a train ticket from New York to Princeton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$6, which is on 2025-05-05.

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 New York 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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between New York and Princeton, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

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

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