What is the cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to New Britain?

The cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to New Britain is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhode Island to New Britain?

The fastest way to get from Rhode Island to New Britain is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Rhode Island and New Britain?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhode Island to New Britain. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at CTfastrak Downtown New Britain Stn @ Bay L via Providence and Main St @ Atheneum Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rhode Island and New Britain?

No, there is no direct train from Rhode Island to New Britain. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Meriden via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Rhode Island to New Britain?

The distance between Rhode Island and New Britain is 145 miles. The road distance is 81.1 miles.

How do I travel from Rhode Island to New Britain without a car?

The best way to get from Rhode Island to New Britain without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs $30 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Rhode Island to New Britain?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Rhode Island to New Britain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhode Island to New Britain bus from?

Rhode Island to New Britain bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Providence station.

Where do I catch the Rhode Island to New Britain train from?

Rhode Island to New Britain train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Providence station.

Train or bus from Rhode Island to New Britain?

The best way to get from Rhode Island to New Britain is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs $30 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $55 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Rhode Island to New Britain bus arrive?

Rhode Island to New Britain bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Hartford - Pearl and Trumbull St station.

Where does the Rhode Island to New Britain train arrive?

Rhode Island to New Britain train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Rhode Island to New Britain?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhode Island to New Britain is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Rhode Island to New Britain.

Where can I stay near New Britain?

There are 190+ hotels available in New Britain.

Rhode Island to New Britain - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rhode Island to New Britain by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Providence to New Haventrain Northeast Regional
4h 11m
$32–631
Drive 80.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Providence to New Britaincar 80.6 mi
1h 51m
$15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Providence to Hartford - Pearl and Trumbull Stbus Bz 0801
4h 25m
$19–50
Bus, line 950 bus
1. Take the bus from Providence to New Havenbus Bz 0203
2. Take the bus from Union Ave @ New Haven Union Station to State St @ Meriden Transit Centerbus 950
4h 35m
$23–58

Rhode Island to New Britain by train and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 11mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.6 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Rhode Island, USA and New Britain, CT, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Providence to New Haven every 3 hours. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Providence to Hartford - Pearl and Trumbull St twice daily. Tickets cost $17–45 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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