What is the cheapest way to get from New London to Block Island?

The cheapest way to get from New London to Block Island is to ferry which costs $34 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from New London to Block Island?

The fastest way to get from New London to Block Island is to ferry which takes 1h 30m and costs $34.

Is there a direct ferry between New London and Block Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from New London and arriving at Block Island. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from New London to Block Island?

The distance between New London and Block Island is 41 miles.

How do I travel from New London to Block Island without a car?

The best way to get from New London to Block Island without a car is to ferry which takes 1h 30m and costs $34.

How long does it take to get from New London to Block Island?

The ferry from New London to Block Island takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where can I stay near Block Island?

There are 18+ hotels available in Block Island.

New London to Block Island - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from New London to Block Island by ferry, train, or plane

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

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry to Block Island / ...
1h 30m
$34
Train, fly
1. Take the train from New London to Westerly Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Westerly State Airport (WST) to Block Island State Airport (BID)plane WST - BID
1h 57m
$51–462

Westerly State Airport (WST) to Block Island State Airport (BID) flights

57Weekly Planes

25 minAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from New London to Block Island.

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Distance: 40.7 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between New London, CT, USA and Block Island, RI, USA?

Block Island Express operates a ferry from New London to Block Island every 4 hours. Tickets cost $34 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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