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How to get fromBlock Island to Springfieldby ferry, train, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Block Island to Springfield by ferry, train, or bus

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  1. Ferry, train

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Block Island to New Londonferry ferry
    2. Take the train from New London to New Haventrain train
    3. Take the train from New Haven to Springfieldtrain train
    5h 25m
    $59–89

  2. Ferry, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the ferry from Block Island to New Londonferry ferry
    2. Take the bus from Old Saybrook Trans Cntr to Asylum St @ Union Plbus bus 921
    3. Take the bus from Hartford Union Station to Springfield Union Stationbus bus
    5h 58m
    $40–53

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  • Distance: 153.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Block Island, RI, USA and Springfield, MA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Block Island to Springfield. However, you can take the ferry to New London, walk to New London, take the train to New Haven, then take the train to Springfield. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Block Island to Springfield Union Station via New London, New London, Old Saybrook Amtrak Station, Old Saybrook Trans Cntr, Asylum St @ Union Pl, and Hartford Union Station in around 5h 58m.

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