Cheap train tickets from Windsor to Hartford
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Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Windsor to Hartford. Travelling by train from Windsor to Hartford usually takes 8 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Hartford Line train can make the trip in 6 minutes.
- Distance
- 7 mi (10 km)
- Fastest train
- 6m
- Lowest price
- £3.72
- Trains per day
- 6
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Hartford Line
- Train lines
- 3
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Windsor to Hartford Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Windsor to Hartford?
There are usually 2 daily coach trips from Windsor to Hartford.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£3.72 | Avg. Price£2.97Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips6 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration8mFaster | Duration17m |

There are several train options that can take you from Windsor to Hartford:
- Amtrak Hartford Line tickets: £4 one-way
- Amtrak Northeast Regional tickets: £4 one-way
- Amtrak Valley Flyer tickets: £4 one-way
Price trends for trains from Windsor to Hartford
Average train ticket prices from Windsor to Hartford by travel date
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Which train should you take from Windsor to Hartford?
There are 3 train lines with service from Windsor to Hartford. Amtrak Hartford Line is the most popular choice with travellers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Hartford Line | 4 | 8m | £3.72 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 2 | 9m | £3.72 |
| Amtrak Valley Flyer | 1 | 7m | £3.72 |
Amtrak Hartford Line train tickets from Windsor to Hartford start from £3.72, and on average cost £3.72. Daily, Amtrak Hartford Line runs 4 schedules to Hartford. Amtrak Hartford Line in Windsor leaves from 41 Central St. And in Hartford trains arrive at Union Station - 1 Union Pl.
From Windsor to Hartford train travel on Amtrak Hartford Line takes 8 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hartford faster, Amtrak Hartford Line offers more express service options with a travel time of 6 minutes.
If you're considering a weekend trip, Amtrak Hartford Line offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay £3.72 for a one-way train ticket to Hartford.
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. With 2 daily train trips from Windsor to Hartford, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Amtrak Valley Flyer train tickets from Windsor to Hartford start from £3.72, and on average cost £3.72. Daily, Amtrak Valley Flyer runs one schedule to Hartford. Amtrak Valley Flyer in Windsor leaves from 41 Central St. And in Hartford trains arrive at Union Station - 1 Union Pl.
From Windsor to Hartford train travel on Amtrak Valley Flyer takes 7 minutes. If you are looking to get to Hartford faster, Amtrak Valley Flyer offers more express service options with a travel time of 6 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Hartford on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Valley Flyer scheduled trip per day, which will cost £3.72 for a one-way weekend reservation from Windsor.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Windsor to Hartford
There are 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Windsor to Hartford. You can also take a train for your return trip from Hartford to Windsor. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Windsor to Hartford for £3.
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
The distance between Windsor and Hartford is approximately 7 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Hartford.
Distance (mi)
7
Distance (km)
10
The earliest train departs Windsor at 4:41 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:40. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
4:41am
Last train
8:40pm
Trains from Windsor to Hartford are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Sunday
Least crowded
Thursday
City Information
Windsor

Outside of Hartford is Windsor, a charming Connecticut town that is known as the state's first English settlement. Due to this, the city has several historical sites and antique museums, like the Windsor Historical Society, The New England Air Museum, and Oliver Ellsworth Homestead, with pieces dating back to the 1700s. Outdoor enthusiasts will be pleased with the town's many parks and green spaces, from Northwest Park to the Windsor Center River Trail.
Visit Windsor just after a snowfall with your snowshoes or cross-country skis, and explore the beautiful Northwest Park. Hartford is only six minutes by train from Windsor, offering a weekend of fun and nightlife. Beer lovers can visit the iconic Back East Brewery and Thomas Hooker Brewery, while the Northwest Park Country Fair features competitions, live music, auctions, performances, and more. If you enjoy golf, check out the Keney Park Golf Course, dating back to 1927.
Windsor offers great transport links to and from other cities, especially when you're moving by train. Over 100 cities have train links through Amtrak, while a few coaches also serve the town. Within Windsor, the CT-transit Hartford provides local bus service.
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
Where is the train station in Windsor?
Main departure station: 41 Central St
There is one train station in Windsor.
All train stations in Windsor:
- 41 Central St
Where is the train station in Hartford?
Main arrival station: 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.
Train stations in Hartford:
- Union Station - 1 Union Pl
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