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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, Blue Point Grill (258 Nassau Street) and Witherspoon Grill (57 Witherspoon Street) are great picks.

When to visit Princeton

Princeton in December
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Princeton in December
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 Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Princeton, followed by Acela. The train journey from Princeton to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Princeton Junction, expect to pay about $6 for a 1h 08m 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 Greyhound, FlixBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Princeton takes 80 miles and will cost you around $19. From Albany, the ticket costs about $26 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 Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Princeton, followed by Acela. The train journey from Princeton to Philadelphia takes 1h 02m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Princeton Junction, expect to pay about $6 for a 1h 08m 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 Greyhound, FlixBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Princeton takes 80 miles and will cost you around $19. From Albany, the ticket costs about $26 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,156 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,896 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
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Where to stay in Princeton

Average rates range from around $157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $371 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Princeton and Extended Stay America Suites - Princeton - West Windsor.

Most popular hotel in Princeton by neighborhood

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The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 605 reviews)
$150+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ewing Princeton South
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 408 reviews)
$136+
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Hyatt Place Princeton
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 836 reviews)
$106+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Newtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 764 reviews)
$114+
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Courtyard by Marriott Ewing Princeton
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 373 reviews)
$120+
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Crowne Plaza Princeton - Conference Center By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1076 reviews)
$91+
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Renting a car in Princeton

Renting a car in Princeton costs $79 per day, on average, or $157 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Princeton is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Princeton costs $79 per day, on average, or $157 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Princeton is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Princeton

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$41/day

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Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$53/day

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