What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Princeton Jct.?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Princeton Jct. is to bus and train which costs $30 - $85 and takes 6h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Princeton Jct.?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Princeton Jct. is to fly and train which takes 2h 44m and costs $120 - $400.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Princeton Jct.?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Boston and arriving at Princeton Junction Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Boston to Princeton Jct.?

The distance between Boston and Princeton Jct. is 239 miles. The road distance is 260.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Princeton Jct. without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $35 - $330.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Princeton Jct.?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Boston to Princeton Jct., including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Princeton Jct. train from?

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

Train or bus from Boston to Princeton Jct.?

The best way to get from Boston to Princeton Jct. is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $35 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $300 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Boston to Princeton Jct. train arrive?

Boston to Princeton Jct. train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Princeton Junction Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Princeton Jct.?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Princeton Jct. is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Boston to Princeton Jct..

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to Princeton Jct.?

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Where can I stay near Princeton Jct.?

There are 99+ hotels available in Princeton Jct..

Boston to Princeton Jct. - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Boston to Princeton Jct. by plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
best
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
2h 44m
$123–395
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Boston
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.train Nec
6h 18m
$32–84
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to Princeton Junction Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
5h 30m
$35–330
Drive 258.8 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Princeton Jct.car 258.8 mi
4h 59m
$48–69
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
3h 25m
$343–780
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
3h 37m
$91–410
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
3h 50m
$104–578
Fly to Long Island Mac Arthur Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Long Island Mac Arthur Airport (ISP)plane BOS - ISP
2. Take the train from Central Islip to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.train
5h 7m
$267–392
Train via New York
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
5h 31m
$34–735
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2610 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Albany St & Spring Stbus Suburban Transit
6h 38m
$64–291

Boston to Princeton Jct. by train (Amtrak)

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Boston to Princeton Jct..

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Distance: 237.8 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Boston to Princeton Junction Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–330 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boston to Princeton Jct. via New York Midtown, 8 Av/W 31 St, 8 Av/W 41 St, Port Authority Bus Terminal, Albany St & Spring St, and New Brunswick in around 6h 38m.

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