What is the cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Princeton Junction and Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station. However, there are services departing from Albany St & Spring St and arriving at E 42 St/Madison Av via W 42 St/9 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Princeton Junction and Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Princeton Jct. and arriving at New York Penn Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Where do I catch the Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus from?

Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Albany St & Spring St station.

Where can I stay near Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

There are 2823+ hotels available in Grand Central–42nd Street Station.

Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station

Q: How far is it from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The distance between Princeton Junction and Grand Central–42nd Street Station is 50 miles. The road distance is 53.6 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station without a car?

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $2 - $21.

Q: How long does it take to get from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The train from Princeton Jct. to Penn Station takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Q: Where do I catch the Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train from?

Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Princeton Jct. station.

Q: Train or bus from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $2 - $21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $55 and takes 1h 58m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
1h 42m
$2–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany St & Spring St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
1h 58m
$23–53
Drive 53.2 mi
1. Drive from Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Stationcar 53.2 mi
1h 6m
$10–14

Princeton Junction to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by train, bus, and foot

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49.6 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Princeton Junction, NJ, USA and Grand Central–42nd Street Station, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–21 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Rockland Coaches operates a bus from Albany St & Spring St to Port Authority Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $15–35 and the journey takes 55 min.

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