What is the cheapest way to get from Waterbury to New Haven?

The cheapest way to get from Waterbury to New Haven is to line 229 bus which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterbury to New Haven?

The fastest way to get from Waterbury to New Haven is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Waterbury and New Haven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from W Main St @ Leavenworth St and arriving at Temple St @ New Haven Green. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Waterbury and New Haven?

No, there is no direct train from Waterbury to New Haven. However, there are services departing from Waterbury and arriving at New Haven via Bridgeport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Waterbury to New Haven?

The distance between Waterbury and New Haven is 24 miles. The road distance is 21.3 miles.

How do I travel from Waterbury to New Haven without a car?

The best way to get from Waterbury to New Haven without a car is to line 229 bus which takes 1h 6m and costs $1 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Waterbury to New Haven?

The line 229 bus from W Main St @ Leavenworth St to Temple St @ New Haven Green takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Waterbury to New Haven bus from?

Waterbury to New Haven bus services, operated by CT Transit, depart from W Main St @ Leavenworth St station.

Where do I catch the Waterbury to New Haven train from?

Waterbury to New Haven train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Waterbury station.

Train or bus from Waterbury to New Haven?

The best way to get from Waterbury to New Haven is to line 229 bus which takes 1h 6m and costs $1 - $5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $29 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Waterbury to New Haven bus arrive?

Waterbury to New Haven bus services, operated by CT Transit, arrive at Temple St @ New Haven Green station.

Where does the Waterbury to New Haven train arrive?

Waterbury to New Haven train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Bridgeport station.

Can I drive from Waterbury to New Haven?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterbury to New Haven is 21 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Waterbury to New Haven.

Where can I stay near New Haven?

There are 234+ hotels available in New Haven.

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There are 4 ways to get from Waterbury to New Haven by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Line 229 bus
best
1. Take the bus from W Main St @ Leavenworth St to Temple St @ New Haven Greenbus 229
1h 6m
$2–5
Train
1. Take the train from Waterbury to Bridgeporttrain Waterbury
2. Take the train from Bridgeport to New Haventrain New Haven
1h 42m
$16–28
Drive 21.2 mi
1. Drive from Waterbury to New Havencar 21.2 mi
32 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterbury to New Haventaxi 21.2 mi
32 min
$65–80

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Distance: 23.8 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Waterbury, CT, USA and New Haven, CT, USA?

CT Transit operates a bus from W Main St @ Leavenworth St to Temple St @ New Haven Green hourly. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Waterbury to New Haven via Bridgeport in around 1h 42m.

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