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Trip Overview

The average train between Chicago and Princeton University takes 23h 38m and the fastest train takes 21h 44m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Chicago to Princeton University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

23h 38m
Duration
1,008 mi
Distance
$642
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Chicago to Princeton University train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Chicago and Princeton University. The service departs Chicago at 9:30 PM at night, which arrives into Princeton University at 23:56:00. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 23h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit21h 44m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit25h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit21h 44m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit25h 45m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit21h 44m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chicago to Princeton University? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,007.7 mi
  • Duration: 23h 38m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Princeton University, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Princeton University via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, Princeton Jct., and Princeton in around 22h 6m.

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