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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Boston is to train and bus which costs $35 - $90 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Boston is to train and fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $130 - $490.

Is there a direct train between Princeton Junction and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Princeton Junction Amtrak Station station and arriving at Boston. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Princeton Junction to Boston?

The distance between Princeton Junction and Boston is 239 miles. The road distance is 259.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Boston without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $35 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Princeton Junction to Boston, including transfers.

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

Princeton Junction to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Princeton Junction Amtrak Station.

Where does the Princeton Junction to Boston train arrive?

Princeton Junction to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Princeton Junction to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton Junction to Boston is 260 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Princeton Junction to Boston.

How do I get a train ticket from Princeton Junction to Boston?

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Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1864+ hotels available in Boston.

Princeton Junction to Boston - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Princeton Junction to Boston by train, plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to Newark Airport Railroad Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane EWR - BOS
3h 11m
$135–483
Train via New York
cheapest
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Bostontrain Acela
5h 43m
$33–770
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Princeton Junction Amtrak Station to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
5h 35m
$35–330
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to South Stationbus New York
6h 40m
$38–90
Drive 258 mi
1. Drive from Princeton Junction to Bostoncar 258 mi
5h 1m
$48–68
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Princeton Junction Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane PHL - BOS
3h 36m
$154–488
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane JFK - BOS
4h 10m
$247–789
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane LGA - BOS
4h 21m
$156–513

Princeton Junction to Boston by train (Amtrak)

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5h 35mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 237.8 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Princeton Junction, NJ, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Princeton Junction Amtrak Station to Boston twice daily. Tickets cost $35–330 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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