Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 311
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Princeton, NJ, US to Washington, DC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Princeton to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Washington start from R 311. The average price for this train route is around R 967. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Princeton to Washington?
The average train journey time from Princeton to Washington is 2h 39m, covering a distance of 258 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Princeton to Washington?
The earliest train from Princeton to Washington departs at 05:43. And the latest train departs at 21:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
24/01
R 916
25/01
R 360
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R 376
27/01
R 458
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R 458
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R 360
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R 376
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R 1 259
The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 360
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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 360 to R 5 148 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 360, which is on 2026-01-29.