What is the cheapest way to get from Princeton to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Princeton to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Princeton to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Princeton to Lower Manhattan is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Princeton and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Princeton and arriving at Prince St via Princeton Jct. and 34 St-Herald Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Princeton to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Princeton and Lower Manhattan is 104 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

How do I travel from Princeton to Lower Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Princeton to Lower Manhattan without a car is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $20 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Princeton to Lower Manhattan?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Princeton to Lower Manhattan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton to Lower Manhattan train from?

Princeton to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Princeton Jct. station.

Train or bus from Princeton to Lower Manhattan?

The best way to get from Princeton to Lower Manhattan is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $20 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $35 and takes 2h.

Where does the Princeton to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Princeton to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton to Lower Manhattan is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Princeton to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 2502+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Princeton to Lower Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Princeton to Lower Manhattan by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
1h 51m
$21–40
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2h
$8–33
Drive 48.1 mi
1. Drive from Princeton to Lower Manhattancar 48.1 mi
1h 9m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Princeton to Lower Manhattantaxi 48.1 mi
1h 9m
$180–230

Princeton to Lower Manhattan by bus and subway

108Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.3 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Princeton, NJ, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

Rockland Coaches operates a bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to Port Authority Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $17–40 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, NJ Transit operates a train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–21 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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