People walking a tree-shaded street in the centre of Princeton

03 — Access to Princeton

Getting here is easy

Princeton is conveniently located halfway between New York City and Philadelphia and can be easily reached by public transportation or by car.

Five ways in

Halfway between two cities

A clapboard Victorian house under a blazing orange maple

The “Dinky” shuttleNJ TRANSIT

Take the Dinky from Princeton Junction straight into the campus and Arts District.

01How do I get here by train?

Both Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT trains stop at nearby Princeton Junction. You will need to switch to a local shuttle train called the “Dinky” to get right to the Princeton University campus and Arts District.

The corner of Nassau Street and Bank Street, a short walk from the shuttle

02Which bus companies serve Princeton?

Four bus companies serve the Princeton area: Greyhound, N.J. Transit Bus, Coach USA and Megabus.

03Can I drive in?

Princeton is easily accessible from several main highways and interstates, including the NJ Turnpike, I‑95, US Route 1 and Route 206.

04Where do I park?

Most streets in Princeton have metered parking. There are also several parking garages in downtown Princeton.

05Which airport is closest?

The closest international airport is Newark Liberty International at 39 miles away, followed by Philadelphia International Airport at 52 miles. Two local airports serve the region: Trenton‑Mercer Regional Airport in nearby Ewing, and the Princeton Airport on Route 206.

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