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Princeton University Art Museum
Princeton's premier art museum is nationally respected for global collections and thoughtful exhibitions on a major Ivy League campus.
Cheapest price
€64
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
4 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Providence, RI 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 Providence, RI to Princeton, NJ will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
Of the 1 trains that leave Providence, RI for Princeton, NJ on Wed, Aug 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 318 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 4 h 39 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Providence, RI to Princeton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 197 miles (318 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€103 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest | €190 Average price |
5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 36m Average total duration 14h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Providence, RI to Princeton, NJ:
A bus is €59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Providence, RI to Princeton, NJ costing on average €103.
A bus is €145 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Providence, RI to Princeton, NJ costing on average €190.
Other travel options to Princeton, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 49m.
Bus takes on average 14h 6m.
The table below shows live departures for Providence, RI to Princeton, NJ trains for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
95 Northeast Regional | 6:50 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h38 | 11:28 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:52 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h52 | 1:44 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 8:52 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 6h38 | 3:30 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 9:37 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h53 | 3:30 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 19 Crescent | 9:37 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h20 | 2:57 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
85 Northeast Regional | 11:01 AM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h59 | 4:00 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 2:17 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 5h06 | 7:23 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:56 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h51 | 8:47 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 6:10 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h50 | 11:00 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 6:10 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h58 | 11:08 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 7:25 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h56 | 12:21 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 8:28 PM Providence Station, Providence, RI | 4h40 | 1:08 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 25 | |||||
![]() | 1:36 AM Providence, RI | 4h39 | 6:15 AM Princeton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Providence, RI to Princeton, NJ run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €36 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 20:36. The fastest train covers the 197 miles (318 km) distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 197 miles (318 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 8:36 PM |
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Discover the best of Princeton, NJ — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Princeton, NJ trip today.
Princeton's premier art museum is nationally respected for global collections and thoughtful exhibitions on a major Ivy League campus.
This historic mansion museum presents New Jersey history, decorative arts, and changing exhibitions in elegant garden surroundings.
A compact local history museum with engaging exhibits on Princeton's people, neighborhoods, and role in the American Revolution.
This lively main street anchors downtown with historic architecture, university atmosphere, shops, and easy access to major sights.
A scenic towpath along the historic canal popular for walking, cycling, birding, and peaceful waterside views near town.
This broad parkland preserves the 1777 battlefield and offers trails, open lawns, and one of Princeton's most meaningful landscapes.
A New Jersey classic often found around Princeton: thin-sliced pork roll grilled on a breakfast sandwich, prized as a local comfort food with deep regional loyalty.
Fresh Jersey corn is a summer staple in Central New Jersey, valued for its sweetness and strong farm-to-table link to the Princeton area.
Tomato pie is a regional favorite in nearby New Jersey and Philadelphia style: a thin crust topped with bright tomato sauce, often served at room temperature.
Long-running Italian restaurant celebrated for tomato pies, pasta, and classic red-sauce dishes in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Refined fine-dining destination at The Peacock Inn serving contemporary American cuisine with an elegant, intimate atmosphere.
Lively Princeton favorite known for upscale comfort food, craft beer, and a bustling bar scene in a polished but relaxed setting.
Moderate for U.S. college towns. Hotels and dining run above small-town averages, but local transit is limited and many everyday food options remain reasonably priced.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually get 10-15%. Cafes often use tip jars or card prompts; $1-2 is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Providence, RI 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.

Most Providence, RI to Princeton, NJ trains use the Providence Station to Trenton Transit Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Providence, RI and Princeton, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Providence Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Union Station Brewery, The Capital Grille
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Providence Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Providence Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Providence Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Providence Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Providence Station.
Nearby hotels include Omni Providence Hotel, Graduate Providence, Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel.
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