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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Princeton and La Plata. The average train journey from Princeton to La Plata takes 7 hours and 5 minutes, but some Amtrak Southwest Chief train trips are as short as 3 hours and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 184 mi (296 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 3m |
| Lowest price | $49.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Princeton to La Plata?
2 train services operate from Princeton to La Plata. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 11h 6m | $104.50 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 1 | 3h 3m | $49.00 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Princeton to La Plata every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $86.
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. The train covers the stretch from Princeton to La Plata in about 3 hours and 3 minutes. 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
The distance between Princeton and La Plata is approximately 184 miles, or 296 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 5 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 3 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 from Princeton to La Plata are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Princeton at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Princeton twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to La Plata faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from La Plata to Princeton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Princeton?
Main departure station: 107 Bicentennial Dr
There is one train station in Princeton.
All train stations in Princeton:
107 Bicentennial Dr
Where is the train station in La Plata?
Main arrival station: 535 N Owensby St
La Plata has one train station.
All train stations in La Plata:
535 N Owensby St
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