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

The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to New York City start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $23. 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 Princeton to New York City?

The average train ride duration from Princeton to New York City is 57m, covering a distance of 45 miles (72 km). The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Princeton to New York City?

The earliest train departs from Princeton to New York City at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 9:13pm.

Train Princeton to New York City from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Princeton to New York City on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	10:17pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	56m	6:58pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	5:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 2m	6:54pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	6:02pm	Princeton Junction Station	56m	6:58pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	10:17pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to New York City on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	10:17pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to New York City on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	10:17pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to New York City on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	10:17pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to New York City on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	10:17pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to New York City on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:44pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 1m	9:45pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	49m	10:49am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	6:48am	Princeton Junction Station	1h	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	6:48am	Princeton Junction Station	1h	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:46am	Princeton Junction Station	1h 2m	12:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to New York City on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:46am	Princeton Junction Station	1h 2m	12:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	49m	10:49am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	11:46am	Princeton Junction Station	1h 2m	12:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	5:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 1m	6:47pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	5:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 1m	6:47pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to New York City on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	1h 4m	10:17pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	48m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	57m	10:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	56m	11:14am	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 $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

57mAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 $8

Amtrak Princeton New York City recent customer reviews

very kind people

Eleni G.

October 20, 2024

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

Jaclyn F.

November 10, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Princeton, NJ, US to New York City 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 Princeton to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to New York City start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $23. 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 Princeton to New York City?
The average train ride duration from Princeton to New York City is 57m, covering a distance of 45 miles (72 km). The quickest train can get you there in 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Princeton to New York City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Princeton to New York City?
The earliest train departs from Princeton to New York City at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 9:13pm.

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$16

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$17

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$6

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$6

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$6

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$6

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$6

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to New York City was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $6

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 $6 to $148 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 $6 which is on 2026-01-27.