What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island to Meriden?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island to Meriden is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island to Meriden?

The fastest way to get from Long Island to Meriden is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct train between Long Island and Meriden?

No, there is no direct train from Long Island to Meriden. However, there are services departing from Roosevelt Island and arriving at Meriden via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Long Island to Meriden?

The distance between Long Island and Meriden is 53 miles. The road distance is 98.4 miles.

How do I travel from Long Island to Meriden without a car?

The best way to get from Long Island to Meriden without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 3h 34m and costs $24 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Long Island to Meriden?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Long Island to Meriden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Long Island to Meriden train from?

Long Island to Meriden train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from Long Island to Meriden?

The best way to get from Long Island to Meriden is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $14 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus and line 950 bus, which costs $13 - $50 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Long Island to Meriden train arrive?

Long Island to Meriden train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Long Island to Meriden?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island to Meriden is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Long Island to Meriden.

Where can I stay near Meriden?

There are 122+ hotels available in Meriden.

Long Island to Meriden - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Long Island to Meriden by car ferry, train, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the car ferry from Port Jefferson to BridgeportBridgeport- Port Jefferson
2. Take the train from Bridgeport Amtrak Station to MeridenNortheast Regional
3h 34m
$24–279
Bus, line 950 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to New Haven Bus StopGreyhound US0240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Ave @ New Haven Union Station to State St @ Meriden Transit Center950
4h 39m
$14–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to New HavenNortheast Regional
3h 57m
$15–793
Drive 97.8 mi
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Meriden97.8 mi
2h 4m
$18–26
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Port Jefferson to BridgeportBridgeport- Port Jefferson
2. Take the bus from Church St @ George St to State St @ Meriden RR Station215
4h 42m
$30–100

Long Island to Meriden by subway, foot, and train (Amtrak)

62Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Long Island to Meriden.

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Distance: 52.9 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA and Meriden, CT, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to New Haven every 2 hours. Tickets cost $10–220 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Roosevelt Island to State St @ Meriden Transit Center via 42 St-Bryant Park, Port Authority Bus Terminal, New Haven Bus Stop, and Union Ave @ New Haven Union Station in around 4h 39m.

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