The cheapest and fastest trains from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£137
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Of the 27 trains that leave Princeton, NJ for Washington, DC every day 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
65 Northeast Regional0:226h07Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ6:29Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£891One-way0 changes
135 Northeast Regional19:032h38Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ21:41Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£891One-way0 changes
19 Crescent15:012h46Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ17:47Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£891One-way0 changes
103 Northeast Regional9:472h33Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ12:20Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£1171One-way0 changes
109 Northeast Regional6:312h34Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ9:05Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£1171One-way0 changes
147 Northeast Regional13:522h26Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ16:18Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£1461One-way0 changes
153 Northeast Regional9:032h29Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ11:32Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£1461One-way0 changes
161 Northeast Regional15:032h30Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ17:33Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£1171One-way0 changes
163 Northeast Regional17:052h31Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ19:36Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£1171One-way0 changes
165 Northeast Regional21:082h32Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ23:40Washington Union Station, Washington, DC£1461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 260 km
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£31 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £116 Average Price |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC trains for today, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79 Carolinian | 12:07 Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 3h02 | 15:09 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
641 Keystone Service · 185 Northeast Regional | 12:13 Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 4h44 | 16:57 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 change | |
79 Carolinian | 12:19 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h50 | 15:09 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 12:28 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h48 | 15:16 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 13:20 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h25 | 15:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
185 Northeast Regional | 14:22 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h35 | 16:57 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 15:29 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h36 | 18:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
119 Northeast Regional | 16:00 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h32 | 18:32 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 16:30 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h41 | 19:11 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 16:52 New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 2h53 | 19:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 17:06 Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 2h39 | 19:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 17:15 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h30 | 19:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 17:46 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h39 | 20:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
19 Crescent | 19:01 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h46 | 21:47 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 19:34 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h50 | 22:24 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 20:02 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h36 | 22:38 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 21:03 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h29 | 23:32 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 21:05 New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 2h57 | 0:02 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 21:19 Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 2h43 | 0:02 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 21:30 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h32 | 0:02 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 23:22 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h36 | 1:58 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
55 Vermonter | 23:38 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h28 | 2:06 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 11 April | |||||
175 Northeast Regional | 0:49 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h34 | 3:23 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 4:22 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 6h07 | 10:29 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
109 Northeast Regional | 10:31 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h34 | 13:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
89 Palmetto | 10:56 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 2h48 | 13:44 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
79 Carolinian | 11:51 New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 3h18 | 15:09 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 260 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 260 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:23 |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Princeton, NJ and Washington, DC from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Princeton, NJ to Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Princeton, NJ and Washington, DC
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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