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

The average train ticket price from Austin to Princeton is $493. The best way to find train tickets from Austin 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 Austin to Princeton?

A train trip between Austin and Princeton is around 1d 10h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 896 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Austin and Princeton?

The number of trains from Austin to Princeton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Austin to Princeton by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Austin to Princeton?

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

Train Austin to Princeton from $159 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Austin to Princeton on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	7:43pm	Princeton, IL	Cheapest
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 2h	12:19pm	Princeton, IL	Fastest
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	7:43pm	Princeton, IL	No tags
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	7:43pm	Princeton, IL	No tags
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 2h	12:19pm	Princeton, IL	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Princeton on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	7:43pm	Princeton, IL	Cheapest
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 2h	12:19pm	Princeton, IL	Fastest
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	7:43pm	Princeton, IL	No tags
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	7:43pm	Princeton, IL	No tags
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 2h	12:19pm	Princeton, IL	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Princeton on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 2h	12:19pm	Princeton, IL	CheapestFastest
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	7:43pm	Princeton, IL	No tags
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	7:43pm	Princeton, IL	No tags
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 10h	7:43pm	Princeton, IL	No tags
9:24am	Austin, TX	1d 2h	12:19pm	Princeton, IL	No tags

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Get from Austin to Princeton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 10hAverage Duration

895 milesDistance

131kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5615 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 $166

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Princeton, IL, US by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/27

$215

11/28

No data

Today

$759

11/30

$399

12/01

$308

12/02

$181

12/03

$199

12/04

$183

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Princeton, IL, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $181

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Austin, TX, US to Princeton, IL, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $181 to $916 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Princeton, IL, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $181 which is on 2025-12-02.