Cheap bus tickets from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT

There are several bus options that can take you from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT:

• Amtrak Thruway: 2 daily buses from CZK 152
• Greyhound: 4 daily buses from CZK 194
• Peter Pan Lines: 16 daily buses from CZK 86

What bus companies travel from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT?

There are 3 bus lines from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 16 daily trips, Peter Pan Lines usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

• Amtrak Thruway

  Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT start at CZK 151.52. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.

• Greyhound

  Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 4 bus trips from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT every day, with the average journey taking around 33 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Hartford, CT usually start from CZK 194.37.

  
• Peter Pan Lines

  Book Peter Pan Lines from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT from CZK 86.36. There are 16 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT and you can expect on average to pay CZK 313.83 for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Hartford, CT. In Springfield, MA, Peter Pan Lines departs to Hartford, CT from 55 Frank B Murray St. In Hartford, CT, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Union Station - 1 Union Pl and 4 other stations.

  An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Springfield, MA to Hartford, CT takes 53 minutes, while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Hartford, CT in 45 minutes.

  On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 15 trips per day. A one way ticket costs CZK 86.36 for a weekend trip to Hartford, CT.

City Information

Springfield

Founded 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 immortalized 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 buses. 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 bus leave from in Springfield, MA?

Main departure station: 55 Frank B Murray St

Springfield, MA has two bus stations with service to Hartford, CT.

All bus stations in Springfield, MA:

• 55 Frank B Murray St
• Union Station Transportation Center

Where does the bus arrive in Hartford, CT?

Main arrival station: Union Station

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.

All bus stations in Hartford, CT:

• Union Station - 1 Union Pl
• Hartford - Asylum St. At Bushnell Park
• Pearl and Ann St.
• Pearl and Lewis St
• State St