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

The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Newark start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Princeton to Newark?

The average train journey time from Princeton to Newark is 35m, covering a distance of 36 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Princeton to Newark route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Princeton to Newark departs at 06:46. And the latest train departs at 21:13.

Train Princeton to Newark from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Princeton to Newark on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	41m	21:54	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	29m	10:17	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23	Penn Station	No tags
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Newark on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:44	Princeton Junction Station	41m	21:25	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	06:48	Princeton Junction Station	37m	07:25	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	06:48	Princeton Junction Station	37m	07:25	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	42m	12:28	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	42m	12:28	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Newark on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:44	Princeton Junction Station	41m	21:25	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	10:00	Princeton Junction Station	25m	10:25	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	42m	12:28	Penn Station	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	42m	12:28	Penn Station	No tags
Train	17:46	Princeton Junction Station	41m	18:27	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Newark on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	41m	21:54	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23	Penn Station	No tags
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Newark on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	41m	21:54	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23	Penn Station	No tags
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Newark on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:13	Princeton Junction Station	41m	21:54	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23	Penn Station	No tags
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55	Penn Station	No tags

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Get from Princeton to Newark

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

35mAverage duration

36 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ 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 Princeton Newark recent customer reviews

2 hour delay

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13 March 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Princeton, NJ, US to Newark, NJ 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 Princeton to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Newark start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Princeton to Newark?
The average train journey time from Princeton to Newark is 35m, covering a distance of 36 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton to Newark route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Princeton to Newark?
The earliest train from Princeton to Newark departs at 06:46. And the latest train departs at 21:13.

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

£9

Today

£54

13/12

£30

14/12

£40

15/12

£9

16/12

£5

17/12

£5

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Newark, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ, US to Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £5 to £119 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-16.