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

The cheapest way to get from Princeton University to Boston University is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Princeton University to Boston University is to train and fly which takes 4h 41m and costs $500 - $2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Princeton University and Boston University?

No, there is no direct bus from Princeton University to Boston University. However, there are services departing from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square and arriving at Boston, MA - Dalton and Belvidere Street via New York, NY - W 42nd Street and 9th Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Princeton University and Boston University?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton University to Boston University. However, there are services departing from Princeton and arriving at Boston via Princeton Jct. and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Princeton University to Boston University?

The distance between Princeton University and Boston University is 285 miles. The road distance is 258.1 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Princeton University to Boston University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton University to Boston University bus from?

Princeton University to Boston University bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square station.

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

Princeton University to Boston University train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Princeton Jct. station.

Train or bus from Princeton University to Boston University?

The best way to get from Princeton University to Boston University is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs $80 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $200 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Princeton University to Boston University bus arrive?

Princeton University to Boston University bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Princeton University to Boston University train arrive?

Princeton University to Boston University train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Princeton University to Boston University?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton University to Boston University is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Princeton University to Boston University.

Where can I stay near Boston University?

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Princeton University to Boston University - 8 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Princeton University to Boston University by train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Bostontrain Acela
6h 32m
$81–195
Drive 256.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Princeton University to Boston Universitycar 256.6 mi
4h 59m
$47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - W 42nd Street and 9th Avenue to Boston, MA - Dalton and Belvidere Streetbus New York
7h 15m
$83–197
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to Newark Airport Railroad Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane EWR - BOS
4h 41m
$500–2,355
Bus via South Station
1. Take the bus from Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to South Stationbus New York
7h 34m
$56–110
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane JFK - BOS
5h 27m
$231–1,011
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane LGA - BOS
6h 17m
$70–389
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Princeton Junction Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane PHL - BOS
5h 38m
$201–952

Princeton University to Boston University by foot, train, and bus

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Distance: 283.5 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a vehicle from Princeton University to Boston University via Princeton, Princeton Jct., Penn Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Boston, Stuart St @ Dartmouth St, and Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Princeton University to Boston University via Nassau St & S Tulane St - Palmer Square, Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY - W 42nd Street and 9th Avenue, and Boston, MA - Dalton and Belvidere Street in around 7h 15m.

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