How much is the train ticket from Princeton to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Newark start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $31. 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 Newark?

The average train ride duration from Princeton to Newark is 35m, covering a distance of 36 miles (57 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Princeton to Newark route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Princeton to Newark at 6:46am. And the latest train departs at 9:13pm.

Train Princeton to Newark from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:44pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:25pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:48am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	7:25am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	6:48am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	7:25am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:46am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	12:28pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:46am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	12:28pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:44pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:25pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	25m	10:25am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	31m	10:31am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:46am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	12:28pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:46am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	12:28pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	No tags

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Get from Princeton to Newark

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

35mAverage Duration

36 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 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 Newark recent customer reviews

2 hour delay

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March 13, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Princeton, NJ, US to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Newark start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $31. 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 Newark?
The average train ride duration from Princeton to Newark is 35m, covering a distance of 36 miles (57 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Princeton to Newark route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Princeton to Newark?
The earliest train departs from Princeton to Newark at 6:46am. And the latest train departs at 9:13pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$6

12/10

$6

Today

$11

12/12

$6

12/13

$38

12/14

$16

12/15

$11

12/16

$6

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $155 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-12-12.