What is the cheapest way to get from Newark to Shelton?

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Shelton is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Shelton?

The fastest way to get from Newark to Shelton is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Shelton?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Shelton. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Derby-Shelton via Bridgeport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Newark to Shelton?

The distance between Newark and Shelton is 83 miles. The road distance is 78.2 miles.

How do I travel from Newark to Shelton without a car?

The best way to get from Newark to Shelton without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $28 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Newark to Shelton?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Newark to Shelton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Shelton train from?

Newark to Shelton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Newark to Shelton train arrive?

Newark to Shelton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bridgeport Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Newark to Shelton?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Shelton is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Newark to Shelton.

Where can I stay near Shelton?

There are 233+ hotels available in Shelton.

Newark to Shelton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 15 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Newark to Shelton by train (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Bridgeport Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
3h 11m
$29–57
Drive 77.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Sheltoncar 77.8 mi
1h 40m
$15–21
Bus, train, line 15 bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 108
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Bridgeporttrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgeport Transportation Center to Center St. at Coram Ave.bus 15
4h 24m
$28–71

Newark to Shelton by train (Amtrak)

84Weekly Trains

3h 11mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.3 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Shelton, CT, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Bridgeport Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $21–45 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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