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Trip Overview

The average train between Princeton University and Metuchen takes 40 min and the fastest train takes 34 min. There is an hourly train service from Princeton University to Metuchen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

40 min
Duration
24 mi
Distance
$12
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to Metuchentrain train Nec
56 min
$5–23

Princeton University to Metuchen train times

Trains run hourly between Princeton University and Metuchen. The earliest departure is at 12:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Princeton University is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Metuchen at 12:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Princeton and take an average of 40 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit38 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit36 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit36 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit36 min • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit34 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit35 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit36 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit35 min • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit44 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit35 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit36 min • 1 change

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    NJ TransitNJ Transit38 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Princeton University to Metuchen? 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: 24.1 mi
  • Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Princeton University, NJ, USA and Metuchen, NJ, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Princeton Jct. to Metuchen hourly. Tickets cost $2–14 and the journey takes 27 min.

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