How to get from Jefferson Station to Princeton Junction by train?

From Jefferson Station to Princeton Junction by train

To get from Jefferson Station to Princeton Junction in Philadelphia, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the WTR train from Jefferson Station station to 30th Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the NEC train from Trenton station to Princeton Junction station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The train schedule from Jefferson Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Princeton Junction on the Moovit app.

67min
Train - WTR
WTR
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Train - NEC
Leaves from Jefferson Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Jefferson Station
    North 11th Street
  • 2
    Train - WTRWTR
    Wait for train
    WTR
    #Wtr6383 - Gray 30th St Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    10 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Boston
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Trenton
    27 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Trenton
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3934| Penn Station New York
  • 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 Jefferson Station to Princeton Junction

The distance between Jefferson Station, Philadelphia and Princeton Junction, Philadelphia is approximately 43.29 mi, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jefferson Station to Princeton Junction by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Jefferson Station to Princeton Junction

To check the train schedule from Jefferson Station to Princeton Junction using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Jefferson Station) and destination (Princeton Junction), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Train line WTR, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Train line NEC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

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

    The WTR train line goes from 30th Street station near Jefferson Station to Trenton station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Trenton station near Princeton Junction in Philadelphia.

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

    The total travel time between Jefferson Station and Princeton Junction in Philadelphia by train is about 1 hr 7 min.

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

    Get on the WTR train from the 30th Street station near Jefferson Station in Philadelphia.

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

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

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