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Princeton Junction to Columbus Circle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Princeton Junction and Columbus Circle takes 1h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Princeton Junction to Columbus Circle. 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 22m
Duration
50 mi
Distance
$19
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Princeton Junction to Columbus Circle train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Princeton Junction and Columbus Circle. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Princeton Junction is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Columbus Circle at 12:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Penn Station and take an average of 1h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    NJ TransitMTA1h 33m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    NJ TransitMTA1h 46m • 1 change
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    NJ TransitMTA1h 40m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 49.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Princeton Junction, NJ, USA and Columbus Circle, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–23 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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