How much does a train ticket from New York City to Princeton cost?

The average train ticket price from New York City to Princeton is $19. The best way to find train tickets from New York City to Princeton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

A train trip between New York City and Princeton is around 53m, although the fastest train will take about 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 43 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between New York City and Princeton?

The number of trains from New York City to Princeton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New York City to Princeton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from New York City to Princeton?

When taking the train from New York City to Princeton, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

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

Next train departures

Next departures for New York City to Princeton on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:05pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	55m	11:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:05pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	55m	11:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Princeton on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:05am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	46m	7:46am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:05am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:01pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	58m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:01pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	58m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Princeton on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:05am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	10:29am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	43m	11:12am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	46m	7:46am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:05am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	10:29am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	43m	11:12am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Princeton on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	48m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:30pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	43m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	4:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	52m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	4:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	52m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:17am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Princeton on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	52m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:30pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	43m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	4:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	52m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	5:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	48m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:17am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Princeton on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	52m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:30pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	43m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	4:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	52m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	5:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	48m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:17am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Princeton on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:01pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	58m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	46m	7:46am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:05am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:05am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:01pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	58m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Princeton on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	52m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:30pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	43m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	4:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	52m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	5:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	48m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:17am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	54m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

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Get from New York City to Princeton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 53 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

53mAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5597 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 New York City Princeton recent customer reviews

In both directions the trains were late. Without any message on the Princeton Junction station. For people traveling for the first time its quite stressful.

Temenuga N.

April 3, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/19

$6

11/20

$6

Today

$30

11/22

$21

11/23

$30

11/24

$6

11/25

$11

11/26

$41

The cheapest trip from New York City to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 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 New York City to Princeton, NJ, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $165 for a train ticket from New York City to Princeton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-11-24.