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The average train between Jackson Heights and Princeton University takes 1h 49m and the fastest train takes 1h 18m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Jackson Heights to Princeton University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 49m
Duration
56 mi
Distance
$26
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Jackson Heights to Princeton University train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Jackson Heights and Princeton University. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Jackson Heights is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Princeton University at 1:22 AM. All services require a transfer at New York Penn Station and take an average of 1h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 55m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 57m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 45m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 40m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit2h 27m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 54m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 53m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 45m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 48m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 47m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 42m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 45m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 47m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 42m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 45m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 47m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 42m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 45m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 47m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit3h 42m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 45m • 2 changes
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    Long Island Rail RoadNJ TransitNJ Transit1h 48m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Jackson Heights to Princeton University? 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.

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  • Distance: 56.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Jackson Heights, NY, USA and Princeton University, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct. every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–23 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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