How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Princeton?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Princeton start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $155. 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 Richmond to Princeton?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Princeton is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 242 miles (390 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Princeton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Princeton at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 3:13pm.

Train Richmond to Princeton from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Princeton on April 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:08pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 4m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:08pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 4m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	6h 45m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	6h 45m	5:51pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	2:04pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 8m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:08 AM EDT.

Get from Richmond to Princeton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

6h 45mAverage Duration

242 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 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 $39

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Princeton?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Princeton start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $155. 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 Richmond to Princeton?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Princeton is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 242 miles (390 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Princeton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Princeton?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Princeton at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 3:13pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/05

$156

04/06

$233

Today

$127

04/08

$127

04/09

No data

04/10

$127

04/11

$127

04/12

$198

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $127

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

You can expect to pay from $127 to $525 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Princeton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $127 which is on 2026-04-08.