The cheapest and fastest trains from Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ
Cheapest price
$345
Average price
$458
Fastest journey
8 h 17 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ will cost around $458 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $345.
It's difficult to get from Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ without transferring at least once.
1:04 PM8h17Norfolk, VA9:21 PMPrinceton, NJ$3451One-way1 transfer
1:04 PM8h17Norfolk, VA9:21 PMPrinceton, NJ$5721One-way2 transfers
1:04 PM8h17Norfolk, VA9:21 PMPrinceton, NJ$5721One-way2 transfers
1:04 PM8h17Norfolk, VA9:21 PMPrinceton, NJ$3451One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $355.
Distance: 257 miles (414 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$251 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $355 Average price |
8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Norfolk, VA 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
94 Northeast Regional | 12:59 PM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 7h27 | 8:26 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 4:59 PM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 8h04 | 1:03 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 4:59 PM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 8h13 | 1:12 AM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 4:59 PM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 8h27 | 1:26 AM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ
Trains from Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $251 (€201) but you can travel from only $66 (€53) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 15:03. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (414 km) distance in 8h 46m.
Distance 257 miles (414 km) |
Average train duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $251 (€201) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 8h 46m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 3:03 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Norfolk, VA and Princeton, NJ from $66 (€53). 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 Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk, VA to Princeton, NJ
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with hourly and daily rates.
- Freemason Abbey Restaurant
- Saltine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Norfolk Waterside Marriott
- Hilton Norfolk The Main
- Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single platform for Amtrak services and a waiting area.
- Bus: Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) routes 45, 960, 961
- Light Rail: The Tide
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