What is the cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton University?

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton University is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton University?

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton University is to fly and train which takes 4h 28m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and Princeton University?

No, there is no direct train from Charlottesville to Princeton University. However, there are services departing from Charlottesville and arriving at Princeton via Washington Union Station, Trenton Transit Center and Princeton Jct.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Princeton University?

The distance between Charlottesville and Princeton University is 291 miles. The road distance is 295.9 miles.

How do I travel from Charlottesville to Princeton University without a car?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Princeton University without a car is to train via Washington which takes 6h 14m and costs $70 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Charlottesville to Princeton University?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Charlottesville to Princeton University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Princeton University train from?

Charlottesville to Princeton University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlottesville station.

Where does the Charlottesville to Princeton University train arrive?

Charlottesville to Princeton University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Princeton University?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Princeton University is 296 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Charlottesville to Princeton University.

Where can I stay near Princeton University?

There are 155+ hotels available in Princeton University.

Charlottesville to Princeton University - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Charlottesville to Princeton University by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train via Washington (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Trentontrain Carolinian / ...
6h 14m
$74–181
Drive 294.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Princeton Universitycar 294.1 mi
5h 37m
$54–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville to Washington Union Stationbus Lynchburg
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Trentontrain Carolinian / ...
8h 32m
$65–159
Fly, train
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane CHO - LGA
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Princeton Jct.train
4h 28m
$105–525
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Trentontrain Crescent / ...
8h 51m
$73–179

Charlottesville to Princeton University by train and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 289.5 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

You can take a train from Charlottesville to Princeton University via Washington Union Station, Trenton, Trenton Transit Center, Princeton Jct., and Princeton in around 6h 14m.

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