How to get from Princeton to Philadelphia by metro and train?

From Princeton to Philadelphia by metro and train

To get from Princeton to Philadelphia you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the PRIN train from Princeton station to Princeton Junction station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the KEYSTONE SERVICE train and finally take the T5 metro from 30th St station to 13th St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The metro and train schedule from Princeton may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Philadelphia on the Moovit app.

53min
Train - PRIN
Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
Metro - T5
Leaves from Princeton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Princeton
  • 2
    Train - PRINPRIN
    Wait for train
    PRIN
    #4122| Princeton Junction
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Princeton Junction
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    KEYSTONE SERVICE
    Harrisburg
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    33 min
  • 6
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    30th St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Metro - T5
    Wait for metro
    T5
    13th-Market
  • 8
    Ride to metro station 13th St
    Ride to metro station
    13th St
    ID 283
    6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Princeton to Philadelphia

The distance between Princeton and Philadelphia is approximately 45.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Princeton to Philadelphia by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro And Train schedule from Princeton to Philadelphia

To check the metro and train schedule from Princeton to Philadelphia using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Princeton) and destination (Philadelphia), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available metro and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each metro and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest metro and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Princeton to Philadelphia?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Train line PRIN, Train line KEYSTONE SERVICE, Metro line T5.

  • Is there a direct train between Princeton and Philadelphia in Philadelphia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Princeton to Philadelphia in Philadelphia?

    The PRIN train line goes from Princeton Junction station near Princeton in Philadelphia to 30th Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one metro line till 30th Street station near Philadelphia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Princeton to Philadelphia in Philadelphia by train and metro?

    The total travel time between Princeton and Philadelphia by train and metro is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Princeton to get to Philadelphia in Philadelphia?

    Get on the PRIN train from the Princeton Junction station near Princeton in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Princeton and Philadelphia in Philadelphia?

    Get off the train at the 30th Street station, which is closest to Philadelphia.

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