There are 5 ways to get from New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) by bus, train, car or towncar
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Bus • 3h 43m
4 alternative options
Train, line 30 bus • 3h 45m
Bus via New Haven • 4h
Drive • 1h 7m
Towncar • 1h 7m
New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) by bus
The bus journey time between New London and Hartford Airport (BDL) is around 3h 43m and covers a distance of around 86 miles. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 26m. Operated by 9 Town Transit and CT Transit, the New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) bus service departs from New London Train Station and arrives in Bradley International & Terminal A. Typically 30 buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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The cheapest way to get from New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) is to bus which costs $3 - $13 and takes 3h 43m.
The fastest way to get from New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $10 - $16.
No, there is no direct bus from New London station to Hartford Airport (BDL). However, there are services departing from New London Train Station and arriving at Bradley International & Terminal A via Old Saybrook Trans Cntr and Convention Ctr & Columbus Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
The distance between New London and Hartford Airport (BDL) is 50 miles. The road distance is 58.2 miles.
The best way to get from New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) without a car is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs $3 - $13.
It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from New London to Hartford Airport (BDL), including transfers.
New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) bus services, operated by 9 Town Transit, depart from New London Train Station.
New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) bus services, operated by CT Transit, arrive at Columbus Blvd at CT Convention Center station.
Yes, the driving distance between New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from New London to Hartford Airport (BDL).
There are 91+ hotels available in Hartford Airport (BDL). Prices start at $100 USD per night.
- Distance: 50.1 miles
- Duration: 3h 43m
What companies run services between New London, CT, USA and Hartford Airport (BDL), USA?
You can take a bus from New London to Hartford Airport (BDL) via Old Saybrook Train Station Bus Shelter, Old Saybrook Trans Cntr, Columbus Blvd at CT Convention Center, and Convention Ctr & Columbus Blvd in around 3h 43m.
- Website
- shorelineeast.com
Train from New London to New Haven Union Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- $8 - $11
- Schedules at
- shorelineeast.com
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 New London to New Haven
- Ave. Duration
- 59 min
- 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
Train from New Haven to Hartford Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $13 - $75
- 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
- $25 - $75
- Business Class Seat
- $40 - $100
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 New Haven to Hartford Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 41 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $23 - $35
- Website
- https://www.amtrak.com/routes.html
- Coach Seat
- $23 - $35
- Premium
- $180 - $250
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $30 - $50
- Business Seat
- $29 - $45
- Phone
- 860-510-0429
- info@estuarytransit.org
- Website
- estuarytransit.org
Bus from New London Train Station to Old Saybrook Train Station Bus Shelter
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- $2
- Schedules at
- estuarytransit.org
- Phone
- +1 860-525-9181
- Website
- cttransit.com
Bus from Old Saybrook Trans Cntr to Columbus Blvd at CT Convention Center
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- $1 - $7
- Schedules at
- cttransit.com
- Book at
- buypasses.storesecured.com
- Two-Hour Pass - Senior (65+) / Disabled
- $1
- Two-Hour Pass - Youth (Age 5-18)
- $2
- Two-Hour Pass
- $2
- Two-Hour Pass Express - Senior (65+) / Disabled
- $2 - $3
- Two-Hour Pass express
- $5 - $6
- Two-Hour Pass Express - Youth (Age 5-18)
- $7
Bus from Union Pl at Union Stn Transit Center to Bradley International & Terminal A
- Ave. Duration
- 33 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $4
- Schedules at
- cttransit.com
- Book at
- buypasses.storesecured.com
- Two-Hour Pass - Senior (65+) / Disabled
- $1
- Two-Hour Pass - Youth (Age 5-18)
- $2
- Two-Hour Pass
- $2
- Two-Hour Pass Express - Senior (65+) / Disabled
- $1 - $2
- Two-Hour Pass express
- $3 - $4
- Two-Hour Pass Express - Youth (Age 5-18)
- $4
Bus from Union Ave & New Haven Union Stn to Columbus Blvd at CT Convention Center
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 13m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $1 - $7
- Schedules at
- cttransit.com
- Book at
- buypasses.storesecured.com
- Two-Hour Pass - Senior (65+) / Disabled
- $1
- Two-Hour Pass - Youth (Age 5-18)
- $2
- Two-Hour Pass
- $2
- Two-Hour Pass Express - Senior (65+) / Disabled
- $2 - $3
- Two-Hour Pass express
- $5 - $6
- Two-Hour Pass Express - Youth (Age 5-18)
- $7
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
- ifsr@greyhound.com
- Website
- greyhound.com
Bus from New London Bus Stop to New Haven Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- $12 - $18
- Website
- https://www.greyhound.com/
- Economy
- $12 - $18
- Flexible
- $29 - $45
Jayride is an online booking service for pick up or drop off at airports, using a pre-pay, fixed-price model. You’ll be provided with a choice of transfer companies, from luxury limos to maxi taxis, private cars to shuttle buses, depending on your journey, along with passenger reviews and star ratings. On booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the contact details of your transfer company and meeting instructions for your trip.
Contact Details
- Website
- jayride.com
Towncar from New London to Hartford Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 7m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- $170 - $240
- Private
- $170 - $240
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