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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Plainfield is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Plainfield is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct train between Princeton Junction and Plainfield?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton Junction to Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Princeton Jct. and arriving at Netherwood via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Princeton Junction to Plainfield?

The distance between Princeton Junction and Plainfield is 31 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Plainfield without a car is to train and line 819 bus which takes 1h 57m and costs $3 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Princeton Junction to Plainfield, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Princeton Junction to Plainfield train arrive?

Princeton Junction to Plainfield train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Princeton Junction to Plainfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton Junction to Plainfield is 29 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Princeton Junction to Plainfield.

Where can I stay near Plainfield?

There are 710+ hotels available in Plainfield.

Princeton Junction to Plainfield - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 819 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Princeton Junction to Plainfield by train, bus, train (Amtrak), 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, line 819 bus
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to MetuchenNec
2. Take the bus from Pennsylvania Ave At Metuchen Rail Sta to Watchung Ave At E 4Th St819
1h 57m
$4–20
Train
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to Newark Penn StationNec
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to NetherwoodRarv
2h
$5–211
Drive 28.6 mi
1. Drive from Princeton Junction to Plainfield28.6 mi
44 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Princeton Junction to Plainfield28.6 mi
44 min
$95–120

Princeton Junction to Plainfield by train and bus

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1h 57mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.2 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Princeton Jct. to Netherwood via Newark Penn Station in around 2h.

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