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How to get to Princeton by train
- Routes
- 13
- Trips per day
- 37
- train lines
- 5
- Stations
- 1
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Station Information
Popular train stations in Princeton:
- 107 Bicentennial Dr
What train companies travel to Princeton, IL?
Located in Illinois, Princeton is accessible by train from 13 other cities. You can choose from 37 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Princeton on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Princeton are also available.
Train companies serving Princeton
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 71 | 1 day, 7 hrs, 49 mins | CHF 249.64 |
| Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 6 | 1 hr, 47 mins | CHF 18.54 |
| Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 5 | 1 hr, 45 mins | CHF 13.92 |
| Amtrak California Zephyr | 8 | 1 hr, 50 mins | CHF 39.85 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 3 | 1 hr, 49 mins | CHF 29.47 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned washroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Illinois Zephyr is a passenger train operated by Amtrak, running between Quincy and Chicago. The Illinois Zephyr and its sister train, the Carl Sandburg, serve one of Amtrak's most popular lines. The train features amenities such as airline-style coach seating, a cafe on board, power outlets, washrooms, and Wi-Fi.
The Amtrak Carl Sandburg, named after the Pulitzer-winning author, is a sister service to the Illinois Zephyr. Both operate daily services between Chicago and Quincy with additional stops in Naperville and Kewanee. Whether you buy a coach class or business class ticket, you'll have plenty of legroom and complimentary WiFi, plus access to refreshments at the onboard cafe.
Amtrak California Zephyr is one of the longest train routes in the United States, spanning from Chicago to Emeryville. With views of the Colorado and Mississippi rivers, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and the Rockies, it highlights some of the most stunning views the US has.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Frequently Asked Questions
CHF 4.18 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Princeton, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Princeton. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Princeton was CHF 4.18.
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The main train station in Princeton is 107 Bicentennial Dr. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Princeton.
The closest airport to Princeton is Illinois Valley Duncan Field (VYS), located 26.1 kilometres from the city centre of Princeton.
Princeton ranks number 21 among the most popular train destinations in Illinois. Princeton ranks number 358 among train destinations in the country. Princeton ranks number 15 in Illinois by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 21 direct train schedules arriving in Princeton each day.
The population of Princeton is 7,594. It ranks number 25 by population in Illinois. It ranks number 396 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Princeton, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CHF 4.18. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Princeton starts at CHF 9.19. A longer trip by train to Princeton can be as cheap as CHF 39.25. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CHF 39.25.
People who take the train to Princeton are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Princeton easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of Princeton is 107 Bicentennial Dr, located just 1.9 kilometres away. Select 107 Bicentennial Dr as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Princeton. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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