What is the cheapest way to get from Boston University to Princeton?

The cheapest way to get from Boston University to Princeton is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston University to Princeton?

The fastest way to get from Boston University to Princeton is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Boston University and Princeton?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston University to Princeton. However, there are services departing from Boston, MA and arriving at Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer Square via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Boston University and Princeton?

No, there is no direct train from Boston University to Princeton. However, there are services departing from Boston University East and arriving at Princeton via Boston, New York Penn Station and Princeton Jct.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Boston University to Princeton?

The distance between Boston University and Princeton is 285 miles. The road distance is 256.5 miles.

How do I travel from Boston University to Princeton without a car?

The best way to get from Boston University to Princeton without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs $35 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Boston University to Princeton?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Boston University to Princeton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston University to Princeton bus from?

Boston University to Princeton bus services, operated by OurBus, depart from Boston, MA station.

Where do I catch the Boston University to Princeton train from?

Boston University to Princeton train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Boston University to Princeton?

The best way to get from Boston University to Princeton is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs $35 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Boston University to Princeton bus arrive?

Boston University to Princeton bus services, operated by OurBus, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Boston University to Princeton train arrive?

Boston University to Princeton train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Boston University to Princeton?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston University to Princeton is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Boston University to Princeton.

Where can I stay near Princeton?

There are 126+ hotels available in Princeton.

Boston University to Princeton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 8 ways to get from Boston University to Princeton by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, train, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.train Nec
6h 45m
$36–782
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston, MA to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus OurBus
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer Squarebus Suburban Transit
7h 2m
$50–118
Drive 255.1 mi
1. Drive from Boston University to Princetoncar 255.1 mi
4h 59m
$47–68
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane BOS - EWR
2. Take the train from Newark Airport Railroad Station to Princeton Jct.train
5h 4m
$138–424
Bus via South Station
1. Take the bus from South Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Boston
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer Squarebus Suburban Transit
8h
$61–107
Fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane BOS - JFK
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.train
5h 41m
$338–810
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane BOS - LGA
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.train
6h 1m
$103–437
Fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane BOS - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Princeton Junction Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 15m
$118–620

Boston University to Princeton by foot, tram, and train

128Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Boston University to Princeton.

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Distance: 283.1 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a vehicle from Boston University to Princeton via Boston University East, Copley, Boston, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, and Princeton Jct. in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Boston University to Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer Square via Boston, MA and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 7h 2m.

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