The average train between Riverhead and Princeton takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Riverhead 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 4 times a day between Riverhead and Princeton. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Riverhead is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Princeton at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Ronkonkoma and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Riverhead 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 Riverhead to Princeton. However, there are services departing from Riverhead station and arriving at Princeton station via Ronkonkoma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Riverhead to Princeton train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Riverhead station.
Riverhead to Princeton train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Princeton Jct. station.
The distance between Riverhead and Princeton is 180 km. The road distance is 203 km.
You can take a train from Riverhead to Princeton via Ronkonkoma, New York Penn Station, and Princeton Jct. in around 4h 6m.