The average train between Bethesda and Princeton Junction takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Bethesda to Princeton Junction. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bethesda and Princeton Junction. The earliest departure is at 1:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Bethesda is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Princeton Junction at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bethesda to Princeton Junction? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bethesda to Princeton Junction. However, there are services departing from Bethesda station and arriving at Princeton Junction station via Trenton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Bethesda to Princeton Junction train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Washington Union Station.
Bethesda to Princeton Junction train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Trenton station.
The distance between Bethesda and Princeton Junction is 259.2 km. The road distance is 295 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Trenton hourly. Tickets cost $40–100 and the journey takes 2h 17m.