What is the cheapest way to get from Merrick to Princeton Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Princeton Junction is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merrick to Princeton Junction?

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Princeton Junction is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Princeton Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Merrick to Princeton Junction. However, there are services departing from Merrick and arriving at Princeton Jct. via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Merrick to Princeton Junction?

The distance between Merrick and Princeton Junction is 75 miles. The road distance is 71.3 miles.

How do I travel from Merrick to Princeton Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Merrick to Princeton Junction without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $9 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Merrick to Princeton Junction?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Merrick to Princeton Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Princeton Junction train from?

Merrick to Princeton Junction train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Merrick station.

Where does the Merrick to Princeton Junction train arrive?

Merrick to Princeton Junction train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Merrick to Princeton Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Princeton Junction is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Merrick to Princeton Junction.

Where can I stay near Princeton Junction?

There are 135+ hotels available in Princeton Junction.

Merrick to Princeton Junction - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Merrick to Princeton Junction by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merrick to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.Nec
2h 13m
$10–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Merrick to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Albany St & Spring StSuburban Transit
2h 49m
$38–242
Drive 70.9 mi
1. Drive from Merrick to Princeton Junction70.9 mi
1h 38m
$13–19

Merrick to Princeton Junction by train

206Weekly Trains

2h 13mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.3 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Merrick, NY, USA and Princeton Junction, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Merrick to Princeton Jct. via New York Penn Station in around 2h 13m.

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