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

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Princeton is $33. The best way to find train tickets from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Princeton?

A train trip between Philadelphia and Princeton is around 35m, although the fastest train will take about 33m. This is the time it takes to travel the 39 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and Princeton?

The number of trains from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Princeton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Princeton?

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

Train Philadelphia to Princeton from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	10:55am	30th Street Station	35m	11:30am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	10:55am	30th Street Station	35m	11:30am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:08am	30th Street Station	37m	6:45am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	6:08am	30th Street Station	37m	6:45am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:13pm	30th Street Station	39m	8:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:13pm	30th Street Station	39m	8:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:27pm	30th Street Station	36m	6:03pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:23am	30th Street Station	37m	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	5:08pm	30th Street Station	38m	5:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	5:08pm	30th Street Station	38m	5:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	5:27pm	30th Street Station	36m	6:03pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:13pm	30th Street Station	39m	8:52pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	10:55am	30th Street Station	35m	11:30am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	10:55am	30th Street Station	35m	11:30am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	10:55am	30th Street Station	35m	11:30am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	36m	1:11pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:41 PM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Princeton

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.

6train per day

35mAverage Duration

39 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 Philadelphia Princeton recent customer reviews

Good, minor delay but only 3-4 minutes, nice seating

Anthony C.

December 17, 2023

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

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

Best price found

11/10

$16

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$41

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$16

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$41

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$58

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$58

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$99

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$6

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on Nov 17, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $147 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 2025-11-17.