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The average train between Gaithersburg and Princeton takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Gaithersburg to Princeton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 28m
Duration
196 mi
Distance
$64
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

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  1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Trentontrain train Carolinian / ...
4h 20m
$51–139

Gaithersburg to Princeton train times

Trains run hourly between Gaithersburg and Princeton. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gaithersburg is at 11:31 PM which arrives into Princeton at 8:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 59m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 15m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrakNJ Transit3h 44m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 24m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrakNJ Transit4h 12m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 43m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrakNJ Transit3h 57m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrakNJ Transit4h 12m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 43m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrakNJ Transit3h 57m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrakNJ Transit4h 12m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 43m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrakNJ Transit3h 57m • 3 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 59m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Gaithersburg to Princeton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 196.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Gaithersburg, MD, USA and Princeton, NJ, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Trenton hourly. Tickets cost $45–120 and the journey takes 2h 17m.

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