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

The cheapest way to get from Long Island to Shelton is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Long Island to Shelton is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Long Island and Shelton?

No, there is no direct train from Long Island to Shelton. However, there are services departing from Ronkonkoma and arriving at Derby-Shelton via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Bridgeport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Long Island to Shelton?

The distance between Long Island and Shelton is 32 miles. The road distance is 74.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Long Island to Shelton without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 2h 15m and costs $29 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Long Island to Shelton, including transfers.

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

Long Island to Shelton train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Ronkonkoma station.

Where does the Long Island to Shelton train arrive?

Long Island to Shelton train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Long Island to Shelton?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island to Shelton is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Long Island to Shelton.

Where can I stay near Shelton?

There are 270+ hotels available in Shelton.

Long Island to Shelton - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

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

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Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the carferry from Port Jefferson to Bridgeportcarferry Bridgeport- Port Jefferson
2. Take the train from Bridgeport to Derby-Sheltontrain Waterbury
2h 15m
$29–92
Drive 74.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Sheltoncar 74.2 mi
1h 36m
$14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to New York Penn Stationtrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Bridgeport Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
4h 32m
$39–82
Car ferry, line 15 bus
1. Take the carferry from Port Jefferson to Bridgeportcarferry Bridgeport- Port Jefferson
2. Take the bus from Bridgeport Transportation Center to Center St. at Coram Ave.bus 15
3h 8m
$24–82

Long Island to Shelton by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.4 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Ronkonkoma to Derby-Shelton via Penn Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Bridgeport Amtrak Station, and Bridgeport in around 4h 32m.

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