The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Washington Union Station, Washington, DC for Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 258 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:30 PM3h35Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:05 PMPrinceton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ$371One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM3h35Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:05 PMPrinceton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ$471One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM3h35Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:05 PMPrinceton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ$471One-way0 transfers
4:30 PM3h35Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:05 PMPrinceton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 160 miles (258 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price | $173 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ:
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ costing on average $120 (€98).
A bus is $132 (€108) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ costing on average $173 (€142).
Other travel options to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 22m.
Bus takes on average 3h 21m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Live departures
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h35 | 8:05 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h35 | 9:05 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ
Buses from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 12:30, the last at 20:55. The fastest bus covers the 160 miles (258 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:30 PM |
Last bus 8:55 PM |
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FAQs: Bus from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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