What is the cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton?

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton?

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton is to fly and train which takes 4h 22m and costs $80 - $350.

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and Princeton?

No, there is no direct train from Charlottesville to Princeton. However, there are services departing from Charlottesville and arriving at Princeton via Washington Union Station, Trenton Transit Center and Princeton Jct.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Princeton?

The distance between Charlottesville and Princeton is 292 miles. The road distance is 296.6 miles.

How do I travel from Charlottesville to Princeton without a car?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton without a car is to train via Washington which takes 6h 22m and costs $40 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Charlottesville to Princeton?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Charlottesville to Princeton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Princeton train from?

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

Where does the Charlottesville to Princeton train arrive?

Charlottesville to Princeton train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Princeton?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Princeton is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Charlottesville to Princeton.

Where can I stay near Princeton?

There are 155+ hotels available in Princeton.

Charlottesville to Princeton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Charlottesville to Princeton by train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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

Train via Washington (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Washington Union StationNortheast Regional
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to TrentonNortheast Regional
6h 22m
$42–786
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to TrentonCrescent / ...
8h 40m
$38–339
Drive 294.8 mi
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Princeton294.8 mi
5h 35m
$54–78
Fly, train
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)CHO - LGA
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.
4h 22m
$80–345

Charlottesville to Princeton by train (Amtrak)

24Weekly Trains

6h 22mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.8 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Charlottesville, VA, USA and Princeton, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Charlottesville to Princeton via Washington Union Station, Trenton, Trenton Transit Center, and Princeton Jct. in around 6h 22m.

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