There are 6 ways to get from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by train, plane, bus or car
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Recommended option
Train to Newark, fly • 3h 20m
Cheapest option
Train, bus • 6h 8m
4 alternative options
Train to Philadelphia, fly • 4h 13m
Train • 5h 59m
Bus • 6h 36m
Drive • 3h 24m
Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by train, bus and walk
The journey time between Princeton Junction and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is around 5h 44m and covers a distance of around 201 miles. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 29m. The fastest journey normally takes 4h 30m. Operated by NJ Transit, Amtrak and Capital District Transportation (CDTA), the Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute service departs from Princeton Jct. and arrives in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Typically 71 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Average journey times
Route information
First and last service
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute train, bus and walk schedules
Departing Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Departing Thursday, October 28, 2021
NJ Transit
NJ Transit
NJ Transit
Amtrak
Amtrak
Amtrak
Capital District Transportation (CDTA)
Capital District Transportation (CDTA)
Capital District Transportation (CDTA)
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is to drive which costs $18 - $28 and takes 3h 24m.
The fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is to train and fly. Taking this option will cost $190 - $600 and takes 3h 20m.
No, there is no direct bus from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute station. However, there are services departing from Princeton Junction On Vaughn Drive and arriving at Riverfront Station - 4th St & Fulton St via Plainsboro Rd Princeton Meadows, New York, NY - Port Authority and S. Pearl Station - State St & S. Pearl St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.
The distance between Princeton Junction and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is 175 miles. The road distance is 193.4 miles.
The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs $45 - $110.
It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, including transfers.
Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute bus services, operated by Suburban Transit, depart from Plainsboro Rd Princeton Meadows station.
The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $70 and takes 6h 36m.
The quickest flight from Newark Airport to Albany Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 5m.
Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute bus services, operated by Trailways New York, arrive at Albany, NY station.
- Distance: 174.7 miles
- Duration: 3h 20m
What companies run services between Princeton Junction, NJ, USA and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY, USA?
You can take a train from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute via New York Penn Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, East St & Herrick St, Broadway & Orange St / Van Tromp St, Clinton Square Station - N. Pearl St & Clinton Ave, and Congress Station - 4th St & Congress St in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute via Plainsboro Rd Princeton Meadows, New York, NY - 42st & 8th Ave, New York, NY - Port Authority, Albany, NY, S. Pearl Station - State St & S. Pearl St, and Riverfront Station - 4th St & Fulton St in around 6h 36m.
- Website
- united.com
Flights from Newark to Albany
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 8m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $230 - $700
- Website
- aa.com
Flights from Philadelphia to Albany
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $160 - $460
- Phone
- +1 973-275-5555
- Website
- njtransit.com
Train from Princeton Jct. to Newark Airport Railroad Station
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $16 - $21
- Schedules at
- njtransit.com
Train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 21m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- $5 - $15
- Schedules at
- njtransit.com
- Road Child 5-11 Senior, Military/Disabled
- $5 - $7
- Adult
- $11 - $15
Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Trenton Amtrak Station to Philadelphia
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $23 - $35
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Book at
- amtrak.com
- Coach Seat
- $23 - $35
- Premium
- $180 - $250
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $30 - $50
- Business Seat
- $28 - $40
Train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $40 - $85
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Book at
- amtrak.com
- Coach Seat
- $40 - $85
- Business Seat
- $65 - $110
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Amtrak’s Northeast Regional train service serves the US’ busy northeast corridor from Virginia to Massachusetts; major stops include Boston, Providence, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC and Baltimore. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a quiet car, cafe and business-class seating, and travelling with a small dog or cat is permitted. Book at least 14 days in advance for a cheaper Saver Fare.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-523-6590
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Trenton Amtrak Station to Philadelphia
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $13 - $75
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Book at
- amtrak.com
- Child 2-12 with paid adult
- $13 - $40
- Reserved Coach Seat
- $25 - $75
- Business Class Seat
- $35 - $95
- Phone
- +1 215-580-7800
- Website
- septa.org
Train from Trenton to 30th Street Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $10
- Website
- septa.org
- 65 and over
- $1 - $2
Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Trenton Amtrak Station to Philadelphia
- Ave. Duration
- 26 min
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- $15 - $85
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Book at
- amtrak.com
- Business Seat - Child 2-12
- $15 - $45
- Business Seat - Seniors and Active Military
- $26 - $75
- Business Seat - Adult
- $29 - $85
- First Class - Child 2-12
- $50 - $85
- First Class - Senior Citizens and Active Military
- $95 - $150
- First Class - Adult
- $100 - $170
- Website
- gotobus.com
Bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Albany, NY
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- $20 - $25
- Schedules at
- gotobus.com
- Phone
- +1 (732) 249-1100
- Suburban@coachusa.com
- Website
- web.coachusa.com
Bus from Plainsboro Rd Princeton Meadows to New York, NY - 42st & 8th Ave
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- $6 - $20
- Schedules at
- web.coachusa.com
- One Way - Child / Senior / Special Needs
- $6 - $10
- One Way - Adult
- $13 - $20
- Phone
- (800) 858-8555
- Website
- trailwaysny.com
Bus from New York, NY - Port Authority to Albany, NY
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- $23 - $40
- Book at
- trailwaysny.com
Greyhound is a leading bus company based in Dallas, Texas, serving over 3800 destinations across North America, Mexico and Canada. Greyhound carries around 18 million passengers a year who travel 5.4 billion miles (8.6 billion km) a year on their fleet of around 1700 vehicles. For travel flexibility, you can board or get off a Greyhound bus at official Greyhound stations, partner stations and curbside stops. There are around 230 Greyhound stations across the US where you can both catch your bus and buy tickets, that are also available on the official website and via the mobile app.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 214-849-8100/1-800-231-2222
- ifsr@greyhound.com
- Website
- greyhound.com
Bus from New York to Albany
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $21 - $30
- Website
- greyhound.com
- Economy
- $21 - $30
- Flexible
- $40 - $60
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Yes, the driving distance between Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Princeton Junction to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
United Airlines offers flights from Newark Airport to Albany Airport.
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