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

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Princeton is $23. The best way to find train tickets from Philadelphia to Princeton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Philadelphia to Princeton?

A train trip between Philadelphia and Princeton is around 36m, although the fastest train will take about 33m. This is the time it takes to travel the 39 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and Princeton?

The number of trains from Philadelphia to Princeton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to Princeton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Princeton?

When taking the train from Philadelphia to Princeton, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Philadelphia to Princeton from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on October 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:07pm	30th Street Station	39m	8:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	CheapestFastest
		8:07pm	30th Street Station	39m	8:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:04pm	30th Street Station	41m	5:45pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
9:22am	30th Street Station	37m	9:59am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
5:04pm	30th Street Station	41m	5:45pm	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:15pm	30th Street Station	35m	2:50pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on October 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on October 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on October 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:35pm	30th Street Station	37m	9:12pm	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:04am	30th Street Station	40m	9:44am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:36am	30th Street Station	33m	10:09am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Princeton on October 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:08am	30th Street Station	37m	6:45am	Princeton Junction Station	Cheapest
11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	Fastest
6:08am	30th Street Station	37m	6:45am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
9:23am	30th Street Station	37m	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags
11:10am	30th Street Station	35m	11:45am	Princeton Junction Station	No tags

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Train Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$23

Average train trip duration36m

Number of daily trains6

Earliest train departure6:08am

Distance39 miles (62 km)

Latest train departure8:35pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,504 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5504 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 Philadelphia Princeton recent customer reviews

Good, minor delay but only 3-4 minutes, nice seating

Anthony C.

December 17, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

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

Best price found

10/02

$41

10/03

$58

Today

$11

10/05

$99

10/06

$17

10/07

$6

10/08

$16

10/09

$16

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on Oct 7, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Princeton, NJ, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $158 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 2025-10-07.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Philadelphia to Princeton is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Princeton, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Philadelphia and Princeton compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Philadelphia to Princeton, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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