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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Boise to Princeton. Traveling by train from Boise to Princeton usually takes 51 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 49 hours and 13 minutes.
| Distance | 1366 mi (2199 km) |
| Fastest train | 49h 13m |
| Lowest price | $244.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Boise to Princeton?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Boise to Princeton. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 2d 3h 37m | $254.67 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Boise to Princeton every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $244.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Boise and Princeton is approximately 1366 miles, or 2199 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 51 hours and 36 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 49 hours and 13 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Boise to Princeton tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Boise at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Princeton to Boise.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Boise?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 1212 W Bannock St
There is one train station in Boise.
All train stations in Boise:
Bus Terminal - 1212 W Bannock St
Where is the train station in Princeton?
Main arrival station: 107 Bicentennial Dr
Princeton has one train station.
All train stations in Princeton:
107 Bicentennial Dr
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