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Princeton to Needles train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Princeton to Needles. The fastest takes 34 hours 33 minutes; every train leaves at 3:16 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 34h 33m
- Leaves at
- 3:16 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Princeton Amtrak Station and arrives at Needles Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:16 PM | 11:49 PM +1 day | 34h 33m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Princeton Where you get off in Needles The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Princeton
- Princeton Amtrak Station Map of Princeton Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Needles
- Needles Amtrak Map of Needles Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Needles to Princeton
Questions
How long is the train from Princeton to Needles?
The fastest direct train takes 34 hours 33 minutes.
What time is the first train from Princeton to Needles?
Every departure is at 3:16 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Princeton to Needles?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Princeton?
Trains to Needles leave from Princeton Amtrak Station.