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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Schenectady Station | Princeton Junction Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 18:57 EDT.
Get from Schenectady to Princeton
The journey takes about 5 hours 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just CA$128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 6419 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 CA$128
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady to Princeton, NJ, 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 Schenectady to Princeton?
The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Princeton start from CA$128. The average price for this train route is around CA$143. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Schenectady to Princeton?
The average train journey time from Schenectady to Princeton is 5h 21m, covering a distance of 284 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Schenectady to Princeton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Schenectady to Princeton?
The earliest train from Schenectady to Princeton departs at 12:17. And the latest train departs at 17:39.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Princeton, NJ, US was searched and found on 17 Aug 2026 with a price of CA$122To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Schenectady to Princeton, NJ, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CA$122 to CA$620 for a train ticket from Schenectady to Princeton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$122, which is on 2026-08-17.
