Rome2Rio

How to get fromPittsfield to Block Islandby train, ferry, bus, or train (Amtrak)

Find Transport to Block Island

See all options

There are 4 ways to get from Pittsfield to Block Island by train, ferry, bus, or train (Amtrak)

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

  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Pittsfield Amtrak Station to Springfieldtrain train
    2. Take the train from Springfield to New Haventrain train
    3. Take the train from New Haven to New Londontrain train
    4. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry ferry
    7h 43m
    $98–144

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Pittsfield to Springfield Union Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Springfield to Hartfordbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Asylum St @ Bushnell Park to Old Saybrook RR Stnbus bus 921
    4. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry ferry
    8h 12m
    $51–70

  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Pittsfield Amtrak Station to Springfieldtrain train
    2. Take the train from Springfield to New Haventrain train
    3. Take the train from New Haven to Westerly Amtrak Stationtrain train
    7h 27m
    $144–453

  4. Bus, train, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Pittsfield to Worcesterbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to Providencebus bus
    3. Take the train from Providence to New Londontrain train
    4. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry ferry
    9h 3m

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Pittsfield to Block Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 205.5 mi
  • Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Pittsfield, MA, USA and Block Island, RI, USA?

You can take a train from Pittsfield Amtrak Station to Block Island State Airport (BID) via Springfield, New Haven, Westerly Amtrak Station, and Westerly State Airport (WST) in around 7h 27m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides