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

The cheapest way to get from Rhode Island to New Canaan is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhode Island to New Canaan is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $24 - $40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Rhode Island to New Canaan. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at Stamford Transportation Center @ Bay C via New Haven, CT - Union Station and Tresser Blvd @ Elm St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Rhode Island to New Canaan. However, there are services departing from Providence and arriving at New Canaan via Stamford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Rhode Island to New Canaan?

The distance between Rhode Island and New Canaan is 161 miles. The road distance is 137 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhode Island to New Canaan without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $40 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Rhode Island to New Canaan, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Rhode Island to New Canaan?

The best way to get from Rhode Island to New Canaan is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $40 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $100 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Rhode Island to New Canaan bus arrive?

Rhode Island to New Canaan bus services, operated by Peter Pan, arrive at New Haven station.

Where does the Rhode Island to New Canaan train arrive?

Rhode Island to New Canaan train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stamford Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Rhode Island to New Canaan?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhode Island to New Canaan is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Rhode Island to New Canaan.

Where can I stay near New Canaan?

There are 192+ hotels available in New Canaan.

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There are 3 ways to get from Rhode Island to New Canaan by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Providence to Stamford Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
3h 24m
$41–659
Drive 136.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Providence to New Canaancar 136.2 mi
2h 39m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Providence to New Havenbus Bz 0203
2. Take the bus from New Haven, CT - Union Station to Stamford, CT - Tresser Blvd & Elm Streetbus New Haven
5h 21m
$41–98

Rhode Island to New Canaan by train (Amtrak)

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3h 24mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Providence to Stamford Amtrak Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Providence to New Canaan via New Haven, CT - Union Station, Tresser Blvd @ Elm St, Stamford Transportation Center @ Bay C, and Stamford in around 5h 21m.

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