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Trip Overview

The average train between Hackensack and Princeton University takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Hackensack 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.

1h 58m
Duration
55 mi
Distance
$26
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Hackensack to Princeton University train times

Trains run hourly between Hackensack and Princeton University. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Hackensack is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Princeton University at 12:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Secaucus Upper Level and take an average of 1h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 38m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit2h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 51m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 51m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 51m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 51m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 38m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit2h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit2h 29m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 51m • 2 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 47m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hackensack 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.

Map of how to get from Hackensack to Princeton University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 55.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 58m

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

NJ Transit operates a train from Secaucus Upper Level to Princeton Jct. every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–21 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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