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Train Washington to Princeton: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$146
Average train trip duration2h 39m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure06:15
Distance160 miles
Latest train departure18:35

Washington to Princeton Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington - Princeton

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Princeton cost?

    The average train ticket price from Washington to Princeton is US$146. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Washington to Princeton?

    A train trip between Washington and Princeton is around 2h 39m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 162 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Washington and Princeton?

    The number of trains from Washington to Princeton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Princeton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

You can expect to pay from US$76 to US$236 for a train ticket from Washington to Princeton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$76, which is on 2025-04-28.

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 Washington 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.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Princeton you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Princeton, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Washington to Princeton.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

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Train from Princeton to Washington

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