What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island to Connecticut?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island to Connecticut is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island to Connecticut?

The fastest way to get from Long Island to Connecticut is to car ferry which takes 1h 15m and costs $22 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Long Island and Connecticut?

No, there is no direct bus from Long Island to Connecticut. However, there are services departing from Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd and arriving at Bridgeport Bus Stop via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct ferry between Long Island and Connecticut?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port Jefferson and arriving at Bridgeport. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Long Island and Connecticut?

No, there is no direct train from Long Island to Connecticut. However, there are services departing from Queensboro Plaza and arriving at Bridgeport via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Long Island to Connecticut?

The distance between Long Island and Connecticut is 17 miles. The road distance is 63.7 miles.

How do I travel from Long Island to Connecticut without a car?

The best way to get from Long Island to Connecticut without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 15m and costs $22 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Long Island to Connecticut?

The car ferry from Port Jefferson to Bridgeport takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Long Island to Connecticut bus from?

Long Island to Connecticut bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd station.

Where do I catch the Long Island to Connecticut train from?

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

Train or bus from Long Island to Connecticut?

The best way to get from Long Island to Connecticut is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs $17 - $27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $26 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Long Island to Connecticut bus arrive?

Long Island to Connecticut bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 7 Av/ W 36 St station.

Where does the Long Island to Connecticut train arrive?

Long Island to Connecticut train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Bridgeport station.

Can I drive from Long Island to Connecticut?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island to Connecticut is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Long Island to Connecticut.

Where can I stay near Connecticut?

There are 117+ hotels available in Connecticut.

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There are 4 ways to get from Long Island to Connecticut by car ferry, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Car ferry
best
1. Take the car ferry from Port Jefferson to Bridgeportcarferry Bridgeport- Port Jefferson
1h 15m
$22–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd to 7 Av/ W 36 Stbus Q32
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Bridgeport Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0255s
3h 43m
$12–25
Train
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Bridgeporttrain New Haven
2h 1m
$18–27
Drive 63.4 mi
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Bridgeportcar 63.4 mi
1h 22m
$12–17

Long Island to Connecticut by subway and train

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA and Connecticut, USA?

The Bridgeport and Port Jefferson Steamboat Company operates a car ferry from Port Jefferson to Bridgeport hourly. Tickets cost $22–80 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Bridgeport every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $15–24 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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