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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 4 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Princeton, NJ on Sat, Jan 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €33.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ trains for today, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 174 Northeast Regional | 5:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h39 | 6:11 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 650 Keystone Service | 7:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h35 | 7:50 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 652 Keystone Service | 10:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h34 | 10:51 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 176 Northeast Regional | 10:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h34 | 11:00 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 10 | |||||
| 138 Northeast Regional | 1:35 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h37 | 2:12 AM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 144 Northeast Regional | 11:10 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h37 | 11:47 AM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 660 Keystone Service | 2:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h37 | 3:00 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 164 Northeast Regional | 4:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h35 | 4:45 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ
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Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 23:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ trainsAmtrak, SEPTA trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Princeton, NJ from $7 (€5). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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