How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Princeton?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Princeton start from $89. The average price for this train route is around $127. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Princeton?

The average train ride duration from Pittsburgh to Princeton is 10h 21m, covering a distance of 283 miles (455 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 21m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Pittsburgh to Princeton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Pittsburgh to Princeton?

The earliest train departs from Pittsburgh to Princeton at 7:30am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Train Pittsburgh to Princeton from $84 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Princeton on March 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	10h 21m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	10h 21m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Princeton on March 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	10h 21m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	10h 21m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:46 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh to Princeton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Princeton. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 30mAverage Duration

277 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$109 - $109	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$89 - $272	Average Duration10h 21m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,768 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5768 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $89

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Pittsburgh to Princeton, NJ, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Princeton?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Princeton start from $89. The average price for this train route is around $127. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Princeton?
The average train ride duration from Pittsburgh to Princeton is 10h 21m, covering a distance of 283 miles (455 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Pittsburgh to Princeton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Pittsburgh to Princeton?
The earliest train departs from Pittsburgh to Princeton at 7:30am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$93

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$104

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$104

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$158

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on Mar 17, 2026 with a price of $93

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

You can expect to pay from $93 to $195 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Princeton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $93 which is on 2026-03-17.