The cheapest and fastest trains from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 31 trains that leave Princeton, NJ for Washington, DC on Wed, Jan 28, 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 28 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Wed, Jan 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.
67 Northeast Regional
89 Palmetto
119 Northeast Regional
129 Northeast Regional
85 Northeast Regional
141 Northeast Regional
113 Northeast Regional
55 Vermonter
119 Northeast Regional
111 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€80 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €185 Average price |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC trains for today, Tuesday, January 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
85 Northeast Regional | 9:02 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h32 | 11:34 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 10:05 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 2h56 | 1:01 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 10:19 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 2h42 | 1:01 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 10:30 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h31 | 1:01 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 28 | |||||
55 Vermonter | 12:38 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h24 | 3:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 1:49 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h30 | 4:19 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 5:22 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 6h32 | 11:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 10:30 AM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 2h52 | 1:22 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 10:43 AM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 2h39 | 1:22 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 10:53 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h29 | 1:22 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto · 51 Cardinal | 11:56 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 3h18 | 3:14 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
89 Palmetto | 11:56 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h40 | 2:36 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
113 Northeast Regional | 12:30 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h23 | 2:53 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
51 Cardinal | 12:42 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h32 | 3:14 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 12:51 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 3h11 | 4:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
641 Keystone Service · 185 Northeast Regional | 1:13 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 4h39 | 5:52 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
79 Carolinian | 1:16 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h46 | 4:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 1:17 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 2h47 | 4:04 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 1:28 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h36 | 4:04 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 2:20 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h21 | 4:41 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
185 Northeast Regional | 3:22 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h30 | 5:52 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 4:29 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h36 | 7:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
119 Northeast Regional | 5:00 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h28 | 7:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 5:30 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h34 | 8:04 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 5:52 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 2h53 | 8:45 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 6:06 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 2h39 | 8:45 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 6:15 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h30 | 8:45 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 6:46 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h39 | 9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 8:01 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h46 | 10:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 8:34 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h46 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Princeton, NJ and Washington, DC from $13 (€10). 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 Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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