How much is the train ticket from Princeton to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to New York City start from R 139. The average price for this train route is around R 398. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Princeton to New York City?

The average train journey time from Princeton to New York City is 57m, covering a distance of 72 km. The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Princeton to New York City route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Princeton to New York City?

The earliest train from Princeton to New York City departs at 06:46. And the latest train departs at 21:13.

Train Princeton to New York City from R 104 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Princeton to New York City on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:48	Princeton Junction Station	1h	07:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	06:48	Princeton Junction Station	1h	07:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	1h 2m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	1h 2m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	20:44	Princeton Junction Station	1h 1m	21:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New York City on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:44	Princeton Junction Station	1h 1m	21:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	18:06	Princeton Junction Station	55m	19:01	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	1h 2m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	1h 2m	12:48	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	17:46	Princeton Junction Station	1h 1m	18:47	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New York City on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	22:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New York City on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	22:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New York City on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	22:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New York City on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	22:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New York City on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	22:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Get from Princeton to New York City

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

57mAverage duration

72 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 R 139

Amtrak Princeton New York City recent customer reviews

very kind people

Eleni G.

20 October 2024

Train was quick, efficient and comfortable. Plenty of available seats

Jaclyn F.

10 November 2023

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Princeton, NJ, US to New York City by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Princeton to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to New York City start from R 139. The average price for this train route is around R 398. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Princeton to New York City?
The average train journey time from Princeton to New York City is 57m, covering a distance of 72 km. The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Princeton to New York City?
The earliest train from Princeton to New York City departs at 06:46. And the latest train departs at 21:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 104

10/12

R 104

Today

R 191

12/12

R 1 003

13/12

R 709

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R 1 003

15/12

R 191

16/12

R 104

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to New York City was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 104

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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 104 to R 2 853 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 104, which is on 2025-12-16.