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

The cheapest way to get from Metuchen to Princeton is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Metuchen to Princeton is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Metuchen and Princeton?

No, there is no direct bus from Metuchen to Princeton. However, there are services departing from Main St At Rt-27 and arriving at Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer Square via Albany St & Spring St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Metuchen and Princeton?

No, there is no direct train from Metuchen to Princeton. However, there are services departing from Metuchen and arriving at Princeton via Princeton Jct.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Metuchen to Princeton?

The distance between Metuchen and Princeton is 24 miles. The road distance is 22.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Metuchen to Princeton without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs $4 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Metuchen to Princeton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Princeton bus from?

Metuchen to Princeton bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Main St At Rt-27 station.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Princeton train from?

Metuchen to Princeton train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Metuchen station.

Train or bus from Metuchen to Princeton?

The best way to get from Metuchen to Princeton is to train which takes 45 min and costs $4 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $18 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Metuchen to Princeton bus arrive?

Metuchen to Princeton bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at George St At Albany St station.

Where does the Metuchen to Princeton train arrive?

Metuchen to Princeton train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Princeton Jct. station.

Can I drive from Metuchen to Princeton?

Yes, the driving distance between Metuchen to Princeton is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Metuchen to Princeton.

Where can I stay near Princeton?

There are 147+ hotels available in Princeton.

Metuchen to Princeton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Metuchen to Princeton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Metuchen to Princeton Jct.Nec
45 min
$5–22
Drive 22.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Metuchen to Princeton22.2 mi
30 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany St & Spring St to Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer SquareSuburban Transit
1h 39m
$9–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Metuchen to Princeton22.2 mi
30 min
$75–95
Line 810 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main St At Rt-27 to George St At Albany St810
2. Take the bus from Albany St & Spring St to Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer SquareSuburban Transit
1h 52m
$8–13

Metuchen to Princeton by train

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45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 23.9 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Metuchen, NJ, USA and Princeton, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Metuchen to Princeton Jct. every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–14 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Suburban Transit operates a bus from Albany St & Spring St to Nassau St & Witherspoon St - Palmer Square hourly. Tickets cost $6–8 and the journey takes 40 min.

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