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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Beacon is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Beacon is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct train between Princeton Junction and Beacon?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton Junction to Beacon. However, there are services departing from Princeton Jct. and arriving at Beacon via 42 St-Times Square and Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Princeton Junction to Beacon?

The distance between Princeton Junction and Beacon is 108 miles. The road distance is 106.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Beacon without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs $17 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Princeton Junction to Beacon, including transfers.

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

Princeton Junction to Beacon train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Princeton Jct. station.

Where does the Princeton Junction to Beacon train arrive?

Princeton Junction to Beacon train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Princeton Junction to Beacon?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton Junction to Beacon is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Princeton Junction to Beacon.

Where can I stay near Beacon?

There are 115+ hotels available in Beacon.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Princeton Junction to Beacon by train, car, or train (Amtrak)

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 Princeton Jct. to New York Penn StationNec
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to BeaconHudson
3h 28m
$18–44
Drive 106.1 mi
1. Drive from Princeton Junction to Beacon106.1 mi
2h 7m
$20–28
Train via Ossining
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn StationNec
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station
3. Take the train from Croton-Harmon to Beacon
4h 7m
$32–91

Princeton Junction to Beacon by train, foot, and subway

198Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 107.7 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Princeton Jct. to Beacon via New York Penn Station, 42 St-Times Square, Grand Central-42 St, and Grand Central Terminal in around 3h 28m.

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