What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Meriden?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden. However, there are services departing from New York and arriving at State St @ Meriden Transit Center via Union Ave @ New Haven Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Meriden?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Meriden via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden?

The distance between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Meriden is 91 miles. The road distance is 91.4 miles.

Where do I catch the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden bus from?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from New York station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden train from?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden?

The best way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $25 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 950 bus, which costs $17 - $45 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden bus arrive?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New Haven station.

Where does the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden train arrive?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden.

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Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden

Q: How long does it take to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to New Haventrain New Haven
3h 32m
$25–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to New Haven Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Church St @ Chapel St to E Main St @ opp Saint Casimir Drbus 215
5h 4m
$15–57
Bus, line 950 bus
1. Take the bus from New York to New Havenbus Bz 0210
2. Take the bus from Union Ave @ New Haven Union Station to State St @ Meriden Transit Centerbus 950
3h 37m
$17–44
Drive 90.8 mi
1. Drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meridencar 90.8 mi
1h 56m
$17–24

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Meriden by foot and train

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3h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 90.9 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Grand Central–42nd Street Station, NY, USA and Meriden, CT, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to New Haven every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $19–29 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to State St @ Meriden Transit Center via New York and Union Ave @ New Haven Union Station in around 3h 37m.

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