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Montclair to Princeton Junction trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Montclair and Princeton Junction takes 1h 54m and the fastest train takes 1h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Montclair 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.

1h 54m
Duration
55 mi
Distance
$19
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Watchung Avenue to Secaucus Upper Leveltrain train Bntnm
  2. Take the train from Secaucus Upper Level to Princeton Jct.train train Nec
1h 53m
$5–30

Montclair to Princeton Junction train times

Trains run twice daily between Montclair and Princeton Junction. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Montclair is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Princeton Junction at 1:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 56m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 59m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit1h 46m • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit2h 17m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Montclair 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.

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  • Distance: 55.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Montclair, NJ, USA and Princeton Junction, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from Watchung Avenue to Princeton Jct. via Secaucus Upper Level in around 1h 53m.

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