The average train between Paterson and Princeton University takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Paterson 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.
Trains run hourly between Paterson and Princeton University. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paterson is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Princeton University at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Secaucus Upper Level and take an average of 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 31m • 2 changes

1h 54m • 2 changes

1h 55m • 2 changes

1h 57m • 2 changes

2h 7m • 2 changes

2h 29m • 2 changes

2h 5m • 2 changes

2h 9m • 2 changes

2h 7m • 2 changes

2h 29m • 2 changes

2h 5m • 2 changes

2h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Paterson 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.
No, there is no direct train from Paterson to Princeton University. However, there are services departing from Paterson station and arriving at Princeton University station via Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.
Paterson to Princeton University train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Paterson station.
Paterson to Princeton University train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Princeton Jct. station.
The distance between Paterson and Princeton University is 75.8 km. The road distance is 94 km.
You can take a train from Paterson to Princeton University via Secaucus Upper Level, Princeton Jct., and Princeton in around 2h 12m.