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- Routes
- 31
- Trips per day
- 159
- train lines
- 5
- Stations
- 1
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About 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 coach 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
Union Station
Union Station is a historic coach 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 coach 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 toilets and a waiting area.
Popular train stations in Hartford:
- Union Station - 1 Union Pl
What train companies travel to Hartford, CT?
Located in Connecticut, Hartford is accessible by train from 31 other cities. You can choose from 159 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Hartford on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Hartford are also available.
Train companies serving Hartford
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 168 | 5 hrs, 34 mins | £105.87 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 32 | 3 hrs, 42 mins | £73.06 |
| Amtrak Hartford Line | 10 | 36 mins | £7.04 |
| Amtrak Vermonter | 28 | 3 hrs, 44 mins | £80.07 |
| Amtrak Valley Flyer | 10 | 33 mins | £7.06 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes travelling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power sockets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The Vermonter is an Amtrak passenger train that connects St. Albans, VT to Washington, D.C. by way of New York City. The journey is renowned for the beautiful scenic views that it presents as it passes through the Green Mountains and the Berkshires. Aboard the Vermonter, passengers can enjoy free WiFi, power sockets at every seat and extra legroom. You can also grab a bite to eat or enjoy a refreshing beverage from the train’s café.
Which train carrier has the best service to Hartford?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to Hartford by train with Amtrak Northeast Regional, giving it a 4.9 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Amtrak Northeast Regional had the most comfortable train service to Hartford, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Northeast Regional at 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Hartford punctually, travellers suggest that Amtrak Northeast Regional has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Hartford, rating it 4.9 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
£3.74 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Hartford, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Hartford. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Hartford was £3.74.
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The main train station in Hartford is Union Station - 1 Union Pl. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Hartford.
The closest airport to Hartford is Hartford Brainard Airport (HFD), located 2.6 miles from the city centre of Hartford.
Hartford is the second most popular train destination in Connecticut. Hartford ranks number 23 among train destinations in the country. Hartford ranks number 7 in Connecticut by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 96 direct train schedules arriving in Hartford each day.
The population of Hartford is 124,006. It ranks number 4 by population in Connecticut. It ranks number 105 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Hartford, under 60 miles, can cost as little as £3.74. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Hartford starts at £12.71. A longer trip by train to Hartford can be as cheap as £30.66. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as £5.98.
People who take the train to Hartford are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent services, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Hartford easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of Hartford is Union Station - 1 Union Pl, located just 0.4 miles away. Select Union Station - 1 Union Pl as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Hartford. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 hrs, 14 mins | £64.13 |
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