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How to get fromCarlisle to Princetonby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlisle to Princeton by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train via Philadelphia

    best
    1. Take the bus from Hanover St & High St to Market Square Transfer Centerbus bus C
    2. Take the train from Harrisburg to 30th Street Stationtrain train
    3. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Princeton Junction Amtrak Stationtrain train
    5h 38m
    $47–109

  2. Drive 154.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Carlisle to Princetoncar car 154.5 mi
    2h 43m
    $29–41

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Hanover St & High St to Market Square Transfer Centerbus bus C
    2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Trentontrain train Keystone Service / ...
    5h 40m
    $44–100

Carlisle to Princeton by bus, foot, and train

Calendar49Weekly Services
Duration5h 38mAverage Duration
Ticket$47Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 167.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Carlisle, PA, USA and Princeton, NJ, USA?

There is no direct connection from Carlisle to Princeton. However, you can take the bus to Market Square Transfer Center, walk to Harrisburg, take the train to 30th Street Station, take the train to Princeton Junction Amtrak Station, walk to Princeton Jct., then take the train to Princeton. Alternatively, you can drive from Carlisle to Princeton in around 2h 43m.

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