What is the cheapest way to get from Harvard University to Essex?

The cheapest way to get from Harvard University to Essex is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harvard University to Essex?

The fastest way to get from Harvard University to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Harvard University and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Harvard University to Essex. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Essex Center @ Essex Square via Asylum St @ Bushnell Park and Old Saybrook Train Station Bus Shelter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Harvard University and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Harvard University to Essex station. However, there are services departing from Harvard and arriving at Old Saybrook Amtrak Station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Harvard University to Essex?

The distance between Harvard University and Essex is 133 miles. The road distance is 124.1 miles.

How do I travel from Harvard University to Essex without a car?

The best way to get from Harvard University to Essex without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Harvard University to Essex?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Harvard University to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harvard University to Essex bus from?

Harvard University to Essex bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Harvard University to Essex train from?

Harvard University to Essex train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Harvard University to Essex?

The best way to get from Harvard University to Essex is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs $35 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $40 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Harvard University to Essex bus arrive?

Harvard University to Essex bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Hartford Union Station.

Where does the Harvard University to Essex train arrive?

Harvard University to Essex train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Old Saybrook Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Harvard University to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Harvard University to Essex is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Harvard University to Essex.

Where can I stay near Essex?

There are 80+ hotels available in Essex.

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There are 3 ways to get from Harvard University to Essex by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Old Saybrook Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
4h 16m
$39–84
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Boston to Hartford Union Stationbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Asylum St @ Bushnell Park to Old Saybrook RR Stnbus 921
6h 11m
$19–39
Drive 123.4 mi
1. Drive from Harvard University to Essexcar 123.4 mi
2h 13m
$23–33

Harvard University to Essex by foot, subway, train, and bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 132.1 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Harvard University, MA, USA and Essex, CT, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Old Saybrook Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Harvard University to Essex Center @ Essex Square via Harvard, South Station, Boston, Hartford, Union Station, Asylum St @ Bushnell Park, Old Saybrook RR Stn, and Old Saybrook Train Station Bus Shelter in around 6h 11m.

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