The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ without transferring at least once.
9:00 AM3h04Harrisburg, PA12:04 PMPrinceton, NJ$721One-way1 transfer
12:05 PM3h00Harrisburg, PA3:05 PMPrinceton, NJ$721One-way1 transfer
3:08 PM3h05Harrisburg, PA6:13 PMPrinceton, NJ$721One-way1 transfer
5:00 AM3h28Harrisburg, PA8:28 AMPrinceton, NJ$791One-way2 transfers
5:55 AM3h37Harrisburg, PA9:32 AMPrinceton, NJ$791One-way2 transfers
12:05 PM3h00Harrisburg, PA3:05 PMPrinceton, NJ$721One-way1 transfer
9:00 AM3h04Harrisburg, PA12:04 PMPrinceton, NJ$721One-way1 transfer
3:08 PM3h05Harrisburg, PA6:13 PMPrinceton, NJ$721One-way1 transfer
5:00 AM3h08Harrisburg, PA8:08 AMPrinceton, NJ$2751One-way3 transfers
6:40 PM3h13Harrisburg, PA9:53 PMPrinceton, NJ$2641One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $525.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $525 Average price | $51 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 59m Average total duration 11h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ costing on average $51 (€42).
A train is $484 (€397) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ costing on average $525 (€431).
Other travel options to Princeton, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 45m.
Flight takes on average 11h 59m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.11 (€-9.94). The journey takes 2h 26m versus 2h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 AM Harrisburg, PA | 3h08 | 8:08 AM Princeton, NJ | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Harrisburg, PA | 3h28 | 8:28 AM Princeton, NJ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:55 AM Harrisburg, PA | 3h37 | 9:32 AM Princeton, NJ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:40 AM Harrisburg, PA | 3h20 | 10:00 AM Princeton, NJ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:55 AM Harrisburg, PA | 3h16 | 11:11 AM Princeton, NJ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Harrisburg, PA | 3h04 | 12:04 PM Princeton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:05 AM Harrisburg, PA | 3h20 | 1:25 PM Princeton, NJ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:05 PM Harrisburg, PA | 3h00 | 3:05 PM Princeton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:05 PM Harrisburg, PA | 3h58 | 5:03 PM Princeton, NJ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:08 PM Harrisburg, PA | 3h05 | 6:13 PM Princeton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Harrisburg, PA | 3h44 | 8:14 PM Princeton, NJ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Harrisburg, PA | 3h13 | 9:53 PM Princeton, NJ | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Harrisburg, PA | 3h56 | 11:56 PM Princeton, NJ | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:15 PM Harrisburg, PA | 3h24 | 12:39 AM Princeton, NJ | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 9:24 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Princeton, NJ from $39 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Princeton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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