What is the cheapest way to get from New Bedford to Bristol?

The cheapest way to get from New Bedford to Bristol is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Bedford to Bristol?

The fastest way to get from New Bedford to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between New Bedford and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from New Bedford to Bristol. However, there are services departing from New Bedford and arriving at Main St @ South St via Providence and Main St @ Atheneum Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between New Bedford and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from New Bedford to Bristol. However, there are services departing from New Bedford and arriving at Meriden via Boston and New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from New Bedford to Bristol?

The distance between New Bedford and Bristol is 139 miles. The road distance is 119.2 miles.

How do I travel from New Bedford to Bristol without a car?

The best way to get from New Bedford to Bristol without a car is to bus and line 102 bus which takes 6h 1m and costs $26 - $85.

How long does it take to get from New Bedford to Bristol?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from New Bedford to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Bedford to Bristol bus from?

New Bedford to Bristol bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from New Bedford station.

Where do I catch the New Bedford to Bristol train from?

New Bedford to Bristol train services, operated by MBTA, depart from New Bedford station.

Train or bus from New Bedford to Bristol?

The best way to get from New Bedford to Bristol is to bus and line 102 bus which takes 6h 1m and costs $26 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $700 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the New Bedford to Bristol bus arrive?

New Bedford to Bristol bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Providence Bus Terminal station.

Where does the New Bedford to Bristol train arrive?

New Bedford to Bristol train services, operated by MBTA, arrive at South Station.

Can I drive from New Bedford to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between New Bedford to Bristol is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from New Bedford to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 148+ hotels available in Bristol.

New Bedford to Bristol - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 102 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from New Bedford to Bristol by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus, line 102 bus
best
1. Take the bus from New Bedford to Providence Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Providence to Hartford - Pearl and Trumbull Stbus
3. Take the bus from Main St @ Atheneum Sq to Main St @ South Stbus 102
6h 1m
$26–82
Drive 118.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Bedford to Bristolcar 118.6 mi
2h 38m
$22–32
Train
1. Take the train from New Bedford to South Stationtrain Fall River/New Bedford Line
2. Take the train from Boston to New Haventrain Northeast Regional
6h 32m
$62–693
Train, bus, line 102 bus
1. Take the train from New Bedford to South Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Boston to Hartfordbus
3. Take the bus from Main St @ Atheneum Sq to Main St @ South Stbus 102
6h 9m
$34–74

New Bedford to Bristol by bus

14Weekly Buses

6h 1mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.5 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between New Bedford, MA, USA and Bristol, CT, USA?

You can take a bus from New Bedford to Main St @ South St via Providence, Hartford - Pearl and Trumbull St, and Main St @ Atheneum Sq in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from New Bedford to Bristol via South Station, Boston, New Haven, and Meriden in around 6h 32m.

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