How much does a train ticket from Newark to Princeton cost?

The average train ticket price from Newark to Princeton is $22. The best way to find train tickets from Newark 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 Newark to Princeton?

A train trip between Newark and Princeton is around 36m, although the fastest train will take about 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 37 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Newark and Princeton?

The number of trains from Newark to Princeton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Newark to Princeton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Newark to Princeton?

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

Train Newark to Princeton from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:22pm	Penn Station	38m	11:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	10:22pm	Penn Station	38m	11:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:26pm	Penn Station	38m	1:04pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:26pm	Penn Station	38m	1:04pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:17am	Penn Station	29m	7:46am	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:22am	Penn Station	37m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:22am	Penn Station	37m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:18pm	Penn Station	41m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:18pm	Penn Station	41m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:23pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	36m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:23pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	36m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:17am	Penn Station	29m	7:46am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	10:45am	Penn Station	27m	11:12am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:22am	Penn Station	37m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:22am	Penn Station	37m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	10:45am	Penn Station	27m	11:12am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:18pm	Penn Station	41m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:18pm	Penn Station	41m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:23pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	36m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:26pm	Penn Station	38m	1:04pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:26pm	Penn Station	38m	1:04pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:26pm	Penn Station	38m	1:04pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

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Get from Newark to Princeton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

36mAverage Duration

38 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5582 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 Newark Princeton recent customer reviews

quick trip with comfortable seating and great communication from the staff

Glenn L.

May 30, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Newark, NJ - Princeton, NJ, US

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

Best price found

11/10

$6

11/11

$6

Today

$11

11/13

$6

11/14

$6

11/15

$38

11/16

$38

11/17

$6

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on Nov 10, 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 Newark, NJ to Princeton, NJ, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $155 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ 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 2025-11-13.