What is the cheapest way to get from Newark to Princeton, NJ?

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Princeton, NJ is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Princeton, NJ?

The fastest way to get from Newark to Princeton, NJ is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $7 - $11.

How far is it from Newark to Princeton, NJ?

The distance between Newark and Princeton, NJ is 44 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

How do I travel from Newark to Princeton, NJ without a car?

The best way to get from Newark to Princeton, NJ without a car is to train and line 600 bus which takes 2h 4m and costs $3 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Newark to Princeton, NJ?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Newark to Princeton, NJ, including transfers.

Can I drive from Newark to Princeton, NJ?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Princeton, NJ is 42 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Newark to Princeton, NJ.

Where can I stay near Princeton, NJ?

There are 112+ hotels available in Princeton, NJ.

Newark to Princeton, NJ - 3 ways to travel via train, line 600 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Newark to Princeton, NJ by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 600 bus
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Princeton Jct.Nec
2. Take the bus from Princeton Junction On Vaughn Drive to Nassau Park Blvd At Route 1600
2h 4m
$4–204
Drive 41.7 mi
1. Drive from Newark to Princeton, NJ41.7 mi
56 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newark to Princeton, NJ41.7 mi
56 min
$160–200

Newark to Princeton, NJ by train and bus

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2h 4mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.4 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Newark to Princeton, NJ. However, you can take the train to Princeton Jct., walk to Princeton Junction On Vaughn Drive, then take the line 600 bus to Nassau Park Blvd At Route 1. Alternatively, you can drive from Newark to Princeton, NJ in around 56 min.

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