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Journey Information
There are 10 intercity coaches per day from Springfield to Hartford. Traveling by coach from Springfield to Hartford usually takes around 40 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 35 minutes.
| Distance | 24 mi (38 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 35m |
| Cheapest price | CA$4.14 |
| Trips per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
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How much is a coach ticket from Springfield to Hartford?
CA$12.17 is the average price of a bus ticket from Springfield to Hartford. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Springfield to Hartford is expected to be between CA$11 and CA$14. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 22 April 2024, when tickets are available for 22 April 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just CA$11.
Monthly average prices
Bus tickets from Springfield to Hartford are usually around CA$11 and prices do not fluctuate very much throughout the year.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 28 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save CA$0.26 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Springfield to Hartford?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Springfield to Hartford that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 5 | 0h 43m | CA$14.59 |
| Peter Pan Lines | 5 | 0h 35m | CA$8.06 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 5 bus trips from Springfield to Hartford every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 43 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Hartford usually start from CA$14.
Book Peter Pan Lines from Springfield to Hartford from CA$4. There are 5 Peter Pan Lines schedules from Springfield to Hartford and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Hartford. In Springfield, Peter Pan Lines departs to Hartford from Springfield and no other station. In Hartford, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Union Station - 1 Union Pl and no other station.
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Springfield to Hartford takes 0 hours and 35 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 7 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Hartford.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 40 minutes to cover the 24 miles from Springfield to Hartford. However, the fastest coach only takes 35 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Springfield to Hartford, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 10 scheduled coaches that travel from Springfield to Hartford every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Springfield to Hartford without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT; ticket prices start at CA$8.28.
City Information
Springfield
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Image credit: Rusty Clark ~ 100K Photos
Link to image attributionFounded in 1636 as the first Springfield in North America, this city sits on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River in Massachusetts. Perhaps best known as the birthplace of basketball, Springfield is a mecca for b-ball fans. Visitors can enjoy three levels of exhibits and interactive contests at the famous Basketball Hall of Fame.
Along with basketball, Springfield was also the birthplace of the immensely popular children's author, Theodore Geisel—more commonly known as Dr Seuss. Enjoy a walk through the Dr Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden to see many of his most famous characters immortalised in bronze. History buffs should head to the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, highlighting the town's important role as an arsenal during the Revolutionary War.
Springfield's central location between major tourist destinations like NYC, Boston, and the Berkshires means that it can be reached easily by most modes of transport. The city is served by several Amtrak lines and Peter Pan and Greyhound coaches. Bradley International Airport and Westover Metropolitan Airport are also closeby, with frequent flights from destinations around the country.
Hartford
Hartford is the capital of Connecticut, and a New England destination with literary attractions, charming parks, and engaging activities for families.
The homes of Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe, both in Hartford, have been turned into museums to learn more about these authors and their lives. If you prefer Edward Cullen to Tom Sawyer, you may appreciate that a more contemporary literary giant, Stephenie Meyer, was born in Hartford too.
The Elizabeth Park Conservancy is a spread of formal gardens and grounds where you can walk, picnic, and catch outdoor concerts or tours. Kids will love the antique carousel in Bushnell Park, as well as the hands-on exhibits at the Connecticut Science Center. For those who prefer to wander through cute downtowns, West Hartford offers some of the best shopping in the area.
With a large nearby airport, and many intercity bus and train services providing access to hubs like Boston and New York, getting to Hartford is about as easy as a walk in Bushnell Park.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Springfield?
Main departure station: Springfield
Coaches to Hartford leave from 3 stations in Springfield.
All coach stations in Springfield:
Springfield
Union Station Transportation Center
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Where does the coach arrive in Hartford?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Union Station - 1 Union Pl
Union Station is a historic bus and train station located in the downtown area of Hartford, CT. Built in 1889, the station serves as the main stop in Hartford for all four Amtrak train lines that pass through the city, including the Northeast Regional, the Vermonter and the Valley Flyer, as well as the Hartford Line commuter train. Union Station is also used by bus carriers Greyhound and Peter Pan Bus Lines as their main bus stop in Downtown Hartford. The station is easily accessible from all parts of the city and its surrounding areas through a variety of local and express transit bus lines. At Hartford’s Union Station, you will find some fast food options and vending machines, as well as restrooms and a waiting area.
Coach stations in Hartford:
Union Station - 1 Union Pl
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