How to get from Newark to Princeton Junction by train?

From Newark to Princeton Junction by train

To get from Newark to Princeton Junction in Philadelphia, take the WIL train from Newark station to 30th Street station. Next, take the KEYSTONE SERVICE train from 30th Street station to Princeton Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 34 min.

154min
Train - WIL
WIL
Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
Leaves from Newark

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newark
  • 2
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #9208 - Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    73 min
  • 4
    Train - KEYSTONE SERVICEKEYSTONE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    KEYSTONE SERVICE
    New York
  • 5
    Ride to train station Princeton Junction
    Ride to train station
    Princeton Junction
    38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Newark to Princeton Junction by train via WIL, NORTHEAST REGIONAL and NC

To get from Newark to Princeton Junction in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the WIL train from Newark station to 30th Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the NC train from Trenton station to Princeton Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 30 min.

150min
Train - WIL
WIL
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Train - NC
Leaves from Newark

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newark
  • 2
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #9208 - Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    73 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Boston
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Trenton
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Trenton
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3840| New York Penn Station
  • 8
    Ride to train station Princeton Junction
    Ride to train station
    Princeton Junction
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Newark to Princeton Junction

The distance between Newark, Philadelphia and Princeton Junction, Philadelphia is approximately 79.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 154 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Newark to Princeton Junction by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Newark to Princeton Junction by train via WIL, NORTHEAST REGIONAL and NC

To get from Newark to Princeton Junction in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the WIL train from Newark station to 30th Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the NC train from Trenton station to Princeton Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 30 min.

150min
Train - WIL
WIL
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Train - NC
Leaves from Newark

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Newark
  • 2
    Train - WILWIL
    Wait for train
    WIL
    #9208 - Temple University
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    73 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Boston
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Trenton
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Trenton
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3840| New York Penn Station
  • 8
    Ride to train station Princeton Junction
    Ride to train station
    Princeton Junction
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Princeton Junction?

    The fastest way takes 154 minutes, using Train line WIL, Train line KEYSTONE SERVICE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Newark to Princeton Junction?

    The alternative route takes 150 minutes, using Train line WIL, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Train line NC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 34 min.

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

    The WIL train line goes from #9208 - Temple University station near Newark to 30th Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till 30th Street station near Princeton Junction in Philadelphia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Newark to Princeton Junction in Philadelphia by train?

    The total travel time between Newark and Princeton Junction in Philadelphia by train is about 2 hr 34 min.

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

    Get on the WIL train from the #9208 - Temple University station near Newark in Philadelphia.

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

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

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