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 37m.

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 28m and costs $100 - $550.

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 9m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Princeton?

The distance between Charlottesville and Princeton is 291 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 9m and costs $70 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m 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, depart from Charlottesville station.

Where does the Charlottesville to Princeton train arrive?

Charlottesville to Princeton train services, operated by Amtrak, 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 37m to drive from Charlottesville to Princeton.

Where can I stay near Princeton?

There are 162+ hotels available in Princeton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Charlottesville to Princeton by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train via Washington (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Trentontrain Carolinian / ...
6h 9m
$72–174
Drive 294.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Princetoncar 294.9 mi
5h 37m
$54–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville to Washington Union Stationbus Lynchburg
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Trentontrain Carolinian / ...
8h 21m
$65–154
Fly, train
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane CHO - LGA
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.train
4h 28m
$105–525
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Trentontrain Crescent / ...
8h 40m
$68–169

Charlottesville to Princeton by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 289.3 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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 9m.

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