The cheapest and fastest trains from New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ
Cheapest price
$166
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $166.
Of the 1 trains that leave New Haven, CT for Princeton, NJ on Sat, Apr 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 11 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Sat, Apr 11 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.
165 Northeast Regional5:35 PM3h24Union Station, New Haven, CT8:59 PMPrinceton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ$1661One-way0 transfers
165 Northeast Regional5:35 PM3h24Union Station, New Haven, CT8:59 PMPrinceton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ$1661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$114 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ trains for today, Friday, April 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 177 Northeast Regional | 11:55 PM New Haven, CT | 3h05 | 3:00 AM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, April 11 | |||||
177 Northeast Regional | 12:13 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h47 | 3:00 AM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ
Trains from New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Haven, CT and Princeton, NJ from $22 (€18). 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 New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT to Princeton, NJ
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
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