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

The average train ticket price from Princeton to Newark is $41. The best way to find train tickets from Princeton to Newark 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 Princeton to Newark?

A train trip between Princeton and Newark is around 37m, although the fastest train will take about 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 37 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Princeton and Newark?

The number of trains from Princeton to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Princeton to Newark by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Princeton to Newark?

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

Train Princeton to Newark from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	6:27pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:06pm	Princeton Junction Station	36m	6:42pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:46pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	6:27pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	8:44pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:25pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	8:44pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:25pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Newark on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:13pm	Princeton Junction Station	41m	9:54pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	11:31am	Princeton Junction Station	29m	12:00pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:48am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:23am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	10:55am	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:15 PM EST.

Get from Princeton to Newark

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

37mAverage Duration

38 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ 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 $8

Amtrak Princeton Newark recent customer reviews

2 hour delay

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March 13, 2024

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

11/28

$20

11/29

$52

Today

$138

12/01

$20

12/02

$11

12/03

$11

12/04

$16

12/05

$11

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $11

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $155 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-02.