What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Plainville?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville. However, there are services departing from New York and arriving at E Main St @ Norton Pl via Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal and Main St @ Atheneum Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Plainville?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Meriden via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Plainville is 130 miles. The road distance is 100.7 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville without a car is to bus and line 102 bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $26 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Plainville bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Plainville bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from New York station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Plainville train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Plainville train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville is to bus and line 102 bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $26 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $26 - $50 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Plainville bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Plainville bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Hartford station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Plainville train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Plainville train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Plainville is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville.

Where can I stay near Plainville?

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There are 5 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Plainville by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, line 102 bus
best
1. Take the bus from New York to Hartfordbus Ppb 5623 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main St @ Atheneum Sq to E Main St @ Norton Plbus 102
4h 12m
$26–63
Drive 100.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Plainvillecar 100.1 mi
2h 5m
$19–27
Train, line 928 bus
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Bridgeporttrain
2. Take the train from Bridgeport to Waterburytrain
3. Take the bus from Meadow St @ Waterbury RR Stn to CTfastrak Downtown New Britain Stn @ Bay Rbus 928
5h 4m
$29–50
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hartford Union Stationbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
4h 45m
$19–39
Train
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to New Haventrain New Haven
5h 20m
$26–49

Grand Central Terminal to Plainville by foot and bus

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.9 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Plainville, CT, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Grand Central Terminal to E Main St @ Norton Pl via New York, Hartford, Spruce St @ Union Station Bus Terminal, Main St @ Asylum St, and Main St @ Atheneum Sq in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to New Haven every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $19–29 and the journey takes 2h 9m.

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