The average train between Matawan and Princeton takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Matawan 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.
Trains run hourly between Matawan and Princeton. The earliest departure is at 12:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Matawan is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Princeton at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Rahway and take an average of 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Matawan to Princeton? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Matawan to Princeton. However, there are services departing from Matawan station and arriving at Princeton station via Rahway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Matawan to Princeton train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Aberdeen-Matawan station.
Matawan to Princeton train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Princeton Jct. station.
The distance between Matawan and Princeton is 37.1 km. The road distance is 72 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen-Matawan to Princeton via Rahway and Princeton Jct. in around 1h 52m.