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How to get fromManchester to Block Islandby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Manchester to Block Island by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Hartford Amtrak Station to New Haventrain train
    2. Take the train from New Haven to New Londontrain train
    3. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry ferry
    6h 6m
    $50–70

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Central Row South Side @ Travelers to Old Saybrook RR Stnbus bus 921
    2. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry ferry to Block Island / ...
    6h 6m
    $38–49

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  • Distance: 137.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Manchester, CT, USA and Block Island, RI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Manchester to Block Island. However, you can take the bus to Hartford, walk to Hartford Amtrak Station, take the train to New Haven, take the train to New London, walk to New London, then take the ferry to Block Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St @ Center St to Block Island via Central Row @ Main St, Central Row South Side @ Travelers, Old Saybrook RR Stn, Old Saybrook Amtrak Station, New London, and New London in around 6h 6m.

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