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

The average train ticket price from Princeton to Philadelphia is $19. The best way to find train tickets from Princeton to Philadelphia 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 Princeton to Philadelphia?

A train trip between Princeton and Philadelphia is around 38m, 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 Princeton and Philadelphia?

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

Which train companies travel from Princeton to Philadelphia?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

Once in Philadelphia, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Eastern State Penitentiary, Liberty Bell, Citizens Bank Park, Please Touch Museum, National Museum of Jewish History.

Train Princeton to Philadelphia from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	40m	9:40pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	7:48am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	8:25am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:13am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	11:51am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:01pm	Princeton Junction Station	44m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:17am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	8:55am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:17am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	8:55am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:01pm	Princeton Junction Station	44m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	40m	6:23am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:17am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	8:55am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	40m	9:40pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	7:48am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	8:25am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	40m	9:40pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	40m	9:40pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	7:48am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	8:25am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:13am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	11:51am	30th Street Station	No tags

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Get from Princeton to Philadelphia

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

38mAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,587 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5587 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

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Princeton, NJ, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

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$11

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$30

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$75

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$6

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$11

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$6

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$16

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Princeton, NJ, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $158 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Philadelphia, PA 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.