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

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Stratford is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newark to Stratford is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Stratford?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark station to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Stratford Ave. at Main St. via Port Authority Bus Terminal and Bridgeport Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Stratford?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Stratford via Stamford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Newark to Stratford?

The distance between Newark and Stratford is 72 miles. The road distance is 70.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newark to Stratford without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $19 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Newark to Stratford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Stratford bus from?

Newark to Stratford bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the Newark to Stratford train from?

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

Train or bus from Newark to Stratford?

The best way to get from Newark to Stratford is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $19 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $60 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Newark to Stratford bus arrive?

Newark to Stratford bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Newark to Stratford train arrive?

Newark to Stratford train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stamford Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Newark to Stratford?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Stratford is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Newark to Stratford.

Where can I stay near Stratford?

There are 253+ hotels available in Stratford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Stamford Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Stamford to Stratfordtrain New Haven
2h 51m
$20–575
Drive 70.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Stratfordcar 70.2 mi
1h 31m
$13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 108
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Bridgeport Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0255s
4h 3m
$18–56

Newark to Stratford by train

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Distance: 71.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Stratford via Stamford Amtrak Station and Stamford in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newark Penn Station to Stratford Ave. at Main St. via Port Authority Bus Terminal and Bridgeport Transportation Center in around 4h 3m.

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