Next train departures

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on July 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15pm	Princeton Junction Station	40m	9:55pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:06pm	Princeton Junction Station	37m	1:43pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on July 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	35m	9:35pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	7:48am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	8:25am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:53am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	11:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:53am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	11:35am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on July 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	7:48am	Princeton Junction Station	37m	8:25am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:00am	Princeton Junction Station	35m	10:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:13am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	11:51am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:13am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	11:51am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:00pm	Princeton Junction Station	35m	9:35pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on July 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15pm	Princeton Junction Station	40m	9:55pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:06pm	Princeton Junction Station	37m	1:43pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on July 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:06pm	Princeton Junction Station	37m	1:43pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:06pm	Princeton Junction Station	37m	1:43pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on July 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:06pm	Princeton Junction Station	37m	1:43pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:06pm	Princeton Junction Station	37m	1:43pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Princeton to Philadelphia on July 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:40am	Princeton Junction Station	38m	7:18am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Princeton Junction Station	33m	8:46am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:43am	Princeton Junction Station	39m	6:22am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:07am	Princeton Junction Station	42m	8:49am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:06pm	Princeton Junction Station	37m	1:43pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:06pm	Princeton Junction Station	37m	1:43pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Get from Princeton to Philadelphia

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

38mAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,840 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5840 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $8

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Princeton, NJ, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Princeton to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Philadelphia start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Princeton to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Princeton to Philadelphia is 38m, covering a distance of 39 miles (63 km). The quickest train can get you there in 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Princeton to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Princeton to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Princeton to Philadelphia at 5:43am. And the latest train departs at 11:01pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/06

$6

07/07

$6

Today

$6

07/09

$11

07/10

$11

07/11

$41

07/12

$58

07/13

$6

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jul 6, 2026 with a price of $6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Princeton, NJ, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $133 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2026-07-13.