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Compare train and bus 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 €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €361.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price | €361 Average price |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 14 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 33m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 21:24 |
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Princeton, NJ
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
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