The average train between New Canaan and Meriden takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from New Canaan to Meriden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between New Canaan and Meriden. The earliest departure is at 7:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from New Canaan is at 8:18 PM which arrives into Meriden at 10:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Stamford and take an average of 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from New Canaan to Meriden? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from New Canaan to Meriden. However, there are services departing from New Canaan station and arriving at Meriden station via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.
New Canaan to Meriden train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Stamford station.
New Canaan to Meriden train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at New Haven station.
The distance between New Canaan and Meriden is 72 km. The road distance is 106 km.
Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Stamford to New Haven every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $12–20 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Two other operators also service this route.