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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA
Cheapest price
$255
Average price
$255
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
372 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA will cost around $255 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $255.
It's difficult to get from Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA without transferring at least once.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €41.
Distance: 231 miles (372 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€141 Average price | €102 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 9:24 AM Princeton, NJ | 5h56 | 3:20 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
| 12:49 PM Princeton, NJ | 6h07 | 6:56 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Princeton to Cambridge trains with Omio?
Amtrak as well as NJ Transit offer trains services from Princeton to Cambridge. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Princeton to Cambridge.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Princeton to Cambridge.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA
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Trains from Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€41) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:45, the last at 18:07. The fastest train covers the 231 miles (372 km) distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 231 miles (372 km) |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€41) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 09:45 |
Last train 18:07 |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Princeton, NJ and Cambridge, MA from $34 (€27). 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 Cambridge, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Princeton, NJ to Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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