Introduction
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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Princeton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Princeton

With a population of 12,307, Princeton is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Princeton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Princeton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bahama Breeze – Princeton (3535 Us 1) and Trattoria Procaccini (354 Nassau St) are great picks.

When to visit Princeton

Princeton in January
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Princeton in January
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Princeton

Plane

When flying to Princeton, you’ll arrive at Trenton-Mercer (TTN), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Princeton departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Princeton, followed by Acela. The train journey from Princeton to Philadelphia takes 1h 03m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 24m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Princeton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 45 miles from Princeton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Princeton, including OurBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and Bus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Princeton takes 95 miles and will cost you around $17. From Albany, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 150 miles. The most popular bus station is Princeton Palmer Sq - Nassau St at Witherspoon St, located 0.1 miles from downtown Princeton. Princeton 76 Nassau St is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Princeton, you’ll arrive at Trenton-Mercer (TTN), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Princeton departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Princeton, followed by Acela. The train journey from Princeton to Philadelphia takes 1h 03m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 24m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Princeton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 45 miles from Princeton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Princeton, including OurBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and Bus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Princeton takes 95 miles and will cost you around $17. From Albany, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 150 miles. The most popular bus station is Princeton Palmer Sq - Nassau St at Witherspoon St, located 0.1 miles from downtown Princeton. Princeton 76 Nassau St is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city center.

Airports near Princeton

PHLPhiladelphia
TTNTrenton-Mercer

Airlines serving Princeton

KLM
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Lufthansa
Good (7,726 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,684 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,066 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,183 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,851 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,088 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,171 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,716 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,471 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,628 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,654 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,370 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,133 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
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Where to stay in Princeton

Average rates range from around $131 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $277 and up for a 5-star experience.

Most popular hotel in Princeton by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Princeton

Most booked hotels in Princeton

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Holiday Inn Express Princeton Southeast
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 535 reviews)
$77+
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Candlewood Suites Lawrenceville - Princeton By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 63 reviews)
$115+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Hamilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 302 reviews)
$148+
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The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 622 reviews)
$144+
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Crowne Plaza Princeton - Conference Center By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1098 reviews)
$92+
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Hyatt Regency Princeton
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1005 reviews)
$154+
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Renting a car in Princeton

Renting a car in Princeton costs $64 per day, on average, or $128 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Princeton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Princeton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Princeton costs $64 per day, on average, or $128 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Princeton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Princeton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Class Luxury Car or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Princeton

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$33/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$52/day

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