How much does a train ticket cost from Newark to Princeton?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Princeton start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Princeton?

The average train journey time from Newark to Princeton is 36m, covering a distance of 38 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 26m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Princeton route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Princeton?

The earliest train from Newark to Princeton departs at 05:06. And the latest train departs at 22:22.

Train Newark to Princeton from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to Princeton on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:34	Penn Station	37m	08:11	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	20:47	Penn Station	26m	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	07:41	Penn Station	34m	08:15	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	07:41	Penn Station	34m	08:15	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:26	Penn Station	38m	13:04	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Princeton on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:17	Penn Station	29m	07:46	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:22	Penn Station	37m	09:59	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	09:22	Penn Station	37m	09:59	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	20:18	Penn Station	41m	20:59	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	20:18	Penn Station	41m	20:59	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Princeton on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:18	Penn Station	41m	20:59	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	10:45	Penn Station	27m	11:12	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	07:17	Penn Station	29m	07:46	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	09:22	Penn Station	37m	09:59	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	09:22	Penn Station	37m	09:59	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Princeton on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	20:47	Penn Station	26m	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	06:07	Penn Station	32m	06:39	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	07:34	Penn Station	37m	08:11	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Princeton on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	20:47	Penn Station	26m	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	06:07	Penn Station	32m	06:39	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	07:34	Penn Station	37m	08:11	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Princeton on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	20:47	Penn Station	26m	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	06:07	Penn Station	32m	06:39	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	07:34	Penn Station	37m	08:11	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Princeton on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	20:47	Penn Station	26m	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	06:07	Penn Station	32m	06:39	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	07:34	Penn Station	37m	08:11	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Princeton on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	20:47	Penn Station	26m	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	05:06	Penn Station	36m	05:42	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	06:07	Penn Station	32m	06:39	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	07:34	Penn Station	37m	08:11	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

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Get from Newark to Princeton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

36mAverage duration

38 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £7

Amtrak Newark Princeton recent customer reviews

quick trip with comfortable seating and great communication from the staff

Glenn L.

30 May 2025

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Princeton, NJ, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Newark to Princeton?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Princeton start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Princeton?
The average train journey time from Newark to Princeton is 36m, covering a distance of 38 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Princeton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Princeton?
The earliest train from Newark to Princeton departs at 05:06. And the latest train departs at 22:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

£5

11/12

£5

Today

£5

13/12

£30

14/12

£54

15/12

£5

16/12

£5

17/12

£5

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Princeton, NJ, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £5 to £119 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Princeton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-15.