Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Back Bay Station | Princeton, IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Princeton, IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Princeton, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Princeton, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Princeton, IL | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:57 PM EST.
Get from Boston to Princeton
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 10 291, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 10 291
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Princeton, IL, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Boston to Princeton?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Princeton start from R 10 291. The average price for this train route is around R 21 371. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Princeton?
The average train journey time from Boston to Princeton is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1524 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Princeton route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Princeton?
The earliest train from Boston to Princeton departs at 06:35. And the latest train departs at 12:57.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Princeton, IL, US was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 162To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Princeton, IL, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 162 to R 37 037 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Princeton, IL, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 162, which is on 2026-01-31.
