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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Iselin to Princeton Junction. The train trip from Iselin to Princeton Junction is usually about no time at all. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 24 mi (38 km) |
| Lowest price | $29.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Iselin to Princeton Junction?
2 train services operate from Iselin to Princeton Junction. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 1 | 0h 17m | $30.50 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 0h 21m | $32.00 |
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 1 daily train trips from Iselin to Princeton Junction, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Traveling from Iselin to Princeton Junction is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Iselin to Princeton Junction are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Iselin at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00am. 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 Iselin twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Princeton Junction with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Princeton Junction to Iselin.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Iselin?
Main departure station: 100 Middlesex Essex Tpke
There is one train station in Iselin.
All train stations in Iselin:
100 Middlesex Essex Tpke
Where is the train station in Princeton Junction?
Main arrival station: 2 Wallace Cir
Princeton Junction has one train station.
All train stations in Princeton Junction:
2 Wallace Cir
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