There are 6 ways to get from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by train, bus, car or plane
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Train
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Take the train from Bridgeport Amtrak Station to New York Penn Station
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Take the train from New York Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
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Bus via Springfield
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Take the bus from Bridgeport to Springfield
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Take the bus from Springfield to Albany
Bus
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Take the bus from Bridgeport Bus Stop to New York
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Take the bus from New York, Ny to Albany, Ny
Drive
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Drive from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Train to New York La Guardia, fly
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Take the train from Bridgeport to Grand Central
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Fly from New York La Guardia (LGA) to Albany (ALB)
Train to Newark, fly
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Take the train from Bridgeport Amtrak Station to New York Penn Station
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Fly from Newark (EWR) to Albany (ALB)
Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by train, bus and walk
The journey time between Bridgeport and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is around 5h 59m and covers a distance of around 209 miles. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 19m. Operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, Amtrak, VIA Rail and others, the Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute service departs from Bridgeport Amtrak Station and arrives in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Typically 72 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 47m.
The quickest way to get from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 47m.
No, there is no direct bus from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute station. However, there are services departing from Bridgeport Bus Stop and arriving at Riverfront Station - 4th St & Fulton St via New York, Ny and S. Pearl Station - State St & S. Pearl St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.
It is 111 miles from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. It is approximately 141 miles to drive.
The best way to get from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs $60 - $180.
It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, including transfers.
Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bridgeport Bus Stop station.
The best way to get from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs $60 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $80 and takes 6h 22m.
The quickest flight from New York La Guardia Airport to Albany Airport is the direct flight which takes 56 min.
Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Albany, Ny station.
- Distance: 110.7 miles
- Duration: 5h 59m
What companies run services between Bridgeport, CT, USA and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY, USA?
You can take a train from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute via New York Penn Station, Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, East St & Herrick St, Broadway & Orange St / Van Tromp St, Broadway & Orange St, and Congress Station - 4th St & Congress St in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute via New York, Ny, Albany, Ny, S. Pearl Station - State St & S. Pearl St, and Riverfront Station - 4th St & Fulton St in around 6h 22m.
- Website
- united.com
Flights from Newark to Albany
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 17m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $190 - $490
- Website
- delta.com
Flights from New York La Guardia to Albany
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $100 - $550
Amtrak’s Northeast Regional train service serves the US’ busy northeast corridor from Virginia to Massachusetts; major stops include Boston, Providence, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC and Baltimore. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a quiet car, cafe and business-class seating, and travelling with a small dog or cat is permitted. Book at least 14 days in advance for a cheaper Saver Fare.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-523-6590
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Bridgeport Amtrak Station to New York Penn Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 23m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- $13 - $80
- Website
- http://www.amtrak.com
- Schedules at
- https://www.amtrak.com/northeast-regional-train
- Book at
- https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
- Child 2-12 with paid adult
- $13 - $40
- Reserved Coach Seat
- $26 - $80
- Business Class Seat
- $40 - $110
Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Bridgeport Amtrak Station to New York Penn Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $25 - $35
- Website
- https://www.amtrak.com/routes.html
- Coach Seat
- $25 - $35
- Premium
- $180 - $250
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $35 - $55
- Business Seat
- $30 - $50
Train from New York Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- $30 - $45
- Website
- https://www.amtrak.com/routes.html
- Coach Seat
- $30 - $45
- Premium
- $190 - $270
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $50 - $75
- Business Seat
- $50 - $70
- Phone
- +1 888 842-7245
- Website
- viarail.ca
Train from New York Penn Station to Albany
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 34m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $45 - $95
- Website
- http://www.viarail.ca/
- Escape
- $26 - $40
- Business
- $70 - $85
- Economy
- $47 - $51
- EconomyPlus
- $65 - $95
- Phone
- +1 877-690-5116
- Website
- mta.info
Train from Bridgeport to Grand Central
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 42m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- $14 - $28
- Schedules at
- mta.info
- At Station Off-Peak
- $14 - $18
- Onboard Off-Peak
- $22
- At Station Peak
- $19 - $22
- Onboard-Peak
- $25 - $28
Greyhound is a leading bus company based in Dallas, Texas, serving over 3800 destinations across North America, Mexico and Canada. Greyhound carries around 18 million passengers a year who travel 5.4 billion miles (8.6 billion km) a year on their fleet of around 1700 vehicles. For travel flexibility, you can board or get off a Greyhound bus at official Greyhound stations, partner stations and curbside stops. There are around 230 Greyhound stations across the US where you can both catch your bus and buy tickets, that are also available on the official website and via the mobile app.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 214-849-8100/1-800-231-2222
- ifsr@greyhound.com
- Website
- greyhound.com
Bus from Bridgeport Bus Stop to New York
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- $13 - $19
- Website
- https://www.greyhound.com/
- Economy
- $13 - $19
- Flexible
- $30 - $45
Bus from New York to Albany Bus Terminal, NY
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $21 - $35
- Website
- https://www.greyhound.com/
- Economy
- $21 - $35
- Flexible
- $40 - $60
Bus from Bridgeport to Springfield
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $16 - $23
- Website
- https://www.greyhound.com/
- Economy
- $16 - $23
- Flexible
- $30 - $50
Bus from Springfield to Albany
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $16 - $23
- Website
- https://www.greyhound.com/
- Economy
- $16 - $23
- Flexible
- $30 - $50
- Phone
- +1 800-858-8555
- Website
- trailways.com
Bus from New York, Ny to Albany, Ny
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $35 - $55
- Schedules at
- trailways.com
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Yes, the driving distance between Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Bridgeport to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Delta offers flights from New York La Guardia Airport to Albany Airport.
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