What is the cheapest way to get from Riverhead to Groton?

The cheapest way to get from Riverhead to Groton is to bus and car ferry which costs $17 - $95 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverhead to Groton?

The fastest way to get from Riverhead to Groton is to drive and car ferry which takes 2h 10m and costs $19 - $100.

How far is it from Riverhead to Groton?

The distance between Riverhead and Groton is 51 miles.

How long does it take to get from Riverhead to Groton?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Riverhead to Groton, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Groton?

There are 181+ hotels available in Groton.

Riverhead to Groton - 3 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Riverhead to Groton by car, car ferry, train, or bus

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Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Riverhead to Orient Pointcar
2. Take the carferry from Orient Point to New Londoncarferry New London
2h 10m
$19–99
Bus, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Main St/McDermott Ave to Orient Point Ferry Dockbus 92
2. Take the carferry from Orient Point to New Londoncarferry New London
2h 54m
$17–94
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Riverhead to Greenporttrain Greenport Service
2. Take the carferry from Orient Point to New Londoncarferry New London
4h 3m
$39–132

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Distance: 50.8 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Riverhead, NY, USA and Groton, CT, USA?

There is no direct connection from Riverhead to Groton. However, you can drive to Orient Point, take the car ferry to New London, then drive to Groton. Alternatively, you can take a train from Riverhead to Groton via Greenport, Orient Point, New London, Old Saybrook Amtrak Station, and New London in around 4h 3m.

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