How much is the train ticket from Princeton to New Haven?

The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to New Haven start from R 702. The average price for this train route is around R 2 120. 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 New Haven?

The average train journey time from Princeton to New Haven is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 180 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 48m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Princeton to New Haven 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 Princeton to New Haven?

The earliest train from Princeton to New Haven departs at 09:45. And the latest train departs at 18:11.

Train Princeton to New Haven from R 554 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Princeton to New Haven on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	2h 56m	12:44	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	3h 18m	16:30	State Street Station	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	3h 18m	16:30	State Street Station	No tags
Train	17:52	Princeton Junction Station	4h 5m	21:57	State Street Station	No tags
Train	17:52	Princeton Junction Station	4h 5m	21:57	State Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New Haven on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:02	Princeton Junction Station	2h 57m	20:59	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	2h 56m	12:44	Union Station	Fastest
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	3h 18m	16:30	State Street Station	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	3h 18m	16:30	State Street Station	No tags
Train	17:52	Princeton Junction Station	4h 5m	21:57	State Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New Haven on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:51	Princeton Junction Station	4h 10m	19:01	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	2h 56m	12:44	Union Station	Fastest
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	3h 18m	16:30	State Street Station	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	3h 18m	16:30	State Street Station	No tags
Train	17:52	Princeton Junction Station	4h 5m	21:57	State Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New Haven on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:02	Princeton Junction Station	2h 57m	20:59	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	2h 56m	12:44	Union Station	Fastest
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	3h 18m	16:30	State Street Station	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	3h 18m	16:30	State Street Station	No tags
Train	17:52	Princeton Junction Station	4h 5m	21:57	State Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New Haven on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00	Princeton Junction Station	3h 15m	13:15	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	2h 58m	14:44	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	3h 16m	15:02	State Street Station	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	3h 16m	15:02	State Street Station	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	2h 58m	14:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to New Haven on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:46	Princeton Junction Station	3h 30m	21:16	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	2h 58m	14:44	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	3h 16m	15:02	State Street Station	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	3h 16m	15:02	State Street Station	No tags
Train	17:46	Princeton Junction Station	4h 41m	22:27	State Street Station	No tags

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Get from Princeton to New Haven

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 3 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 702, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

3h 18mAverage duration

180 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 647 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5647 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 R 702

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 New Haven, CT 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 New Haven?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to New Haven start from R 702. The average price for this train route is around R 2 120. 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 New Haven?
The average train journey time from Princeton to New Haven is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 180 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton to New Haven 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 Princeton to New Haven?
The earliest train from Princeton to New Haven departs at 09:45. And the latest train departs at 18:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/12

R 2 491

13/12

R 3 096

Today

R 3 096

15/12

R 1 488

16/12

R 1 488

17/12

R 1 488

18/12

R 1 418

19/12

R 2 491

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to New Haven, CT was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 418

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 New Haven, CT as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 418 to R 4 514 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to New Haven, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 418, which is on 2025-12-18.