How much does a train ticket cost from Princeton to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Boston start from €32. The average price for this train route is around €78. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Princeton to Boston?

The average train journey time from Princeton to Boston is 5h 52m, covering a distance of 359 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Princeton to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Princeton to Boston?

The earliest train from Princeton to Boston departs at 07:57. And the latest train departs at 18:11.

Train Princeton to Boston from €30 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Princeton to Boston on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00	Princeton Junction Station	7h 4m	17:04	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	5h 18m	17:04	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	5h 18m	17:04	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:00	Princeton Junction Station	7h 4m	17:04	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	5h 38m	17:24	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Boston on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	5h 18m	17:04	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train	11:46	Princeton Junction Station	5h 18m	17:04	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	17:46	Princeton Junction Station	5h 54m	23:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	17:46	Princeton Junction Station	5h 54m	23:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	10:00	Princeton Junction Station	7h 4m	17:04	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Boston on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:52	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Boston on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:52	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Boston on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:52	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Boston on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:52	Princeton Junction Station	6h 6m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Princeton to Boston on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train	09:48	Princeton Junction Station	5h 20m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:12	Princeton Junction Station	5h 28m	18:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	18:02	Princeton Junction Station	5h 29m	23:31	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

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Get from Princeton to Boston

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 5 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just €32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

5h 52mAverage duration

359 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5749 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at €32

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Princeton, NJ, US to Boston, MA, US by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Princeton to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Boston start from €32. The average price for this train route is around €78. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Princeton to Boston?
The average train journey time from Princeton to Boston is 5h 52m, covering a distance of 359 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Princeton to Boston?
The earliest train from Princeton to Boston departs at 07:57. And the latest train departs at 18:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

20/01

€90

21/01

€46

Today

€101

23/01

€154

24/01

€140

25/01

€126

26/01

€53

27/01

€38

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €38

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 Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €38 to €371 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €38, which is on 2026-01-27.