How much is the train ticket from Newark to Princeton?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Princeton start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Princeton?

The average train ride duration from Newark to Princeton is 36m, covering a distance of 38 miles (61 km). The quickest train can get you there in 26m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Newark to Princeton route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Princeton?

The earliest train departs from Newark to Princeton at 5:06am. And the latest train departs at 10:22pm.

Train Newark to Princeton from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:41am	Penn Station	34m	8:15am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	12:26pm	Penn Station	38m	1:04pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:17am	Penn Station	29m	7:46am	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:22am	Penn Station	37m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:22am	Penn Station	37m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:18pm	Penn Station	41m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	8:18pm	Penn Station	41m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:18pm	Penn Station	41m	8:59pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	10:45am	Penn Station	27m	11:12am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Penn Station	29m	7:46am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:22am	Penn Station	37m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	9:22am	Penn Station	37m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Princeton on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
Train	8:47pm	Penn Station	26m	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
Train	5:06am	Penn Station	36m	5:42am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	32m	6:39am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
Train	7:34am	Penn Station	37m	8:11am	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 $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

36mAverage Duration

38 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $8

Amtrak Newark Princeton recent customer reviews

quick trip with comfortable seating and great communication from the staff

Glenn L.

May 30, 2025

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Newark to Princeton?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Princeton start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Princeton?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Princeton is 36m, covering a distance of 38 miles (61 km). The quickest train can get you there in 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Princeton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Princeton?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Princeton at 5:06am. And the latest train departs at 10:22pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$6

12/11

$6

Today

$6

12/13

$38

12/14

$70

12/15

$6

12/16

$6

12/17

$6

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $6

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 $6 to $155 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 $6 which is on 2025-12-15.