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How to get fromBethel to Block Islandby train or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Bethel to Block Island by train or ferry

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  1. Train, ferry via New Haven

    best
    1. Take the train from South Norwalk to New Haventrain train
    2. Take the train from New Haven to New Londontrain train
    3. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry ferry
    6h 2m
    $58–76

  2. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Bethel to South Norwalktrain train
    2. Take the train from Bridgeport Amtrak Station to New Londontrain train
    3. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry ferry
    6h 5m
    $68–106

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  • Distance: 143.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Bethel, Fairfield County, CT, USA and Block Island, RI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Bethel to Block Island. However, you can take the train to South Norwalk, take the train to New Haven, take the train to New London, walk to New London, then take the ferry to Block Island. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bethel to Block Island via South Norwalk, Bridgeport, Bridgeport Amtrak Station, New London, and New London in around 6h 5m.

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