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How to get to New London by train
Routes | 43 |
Trips per day | 318 |
train lines | 2 |
Stations | 1 |
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About New London
New London is a seaport in Connecticut, located at the mouth of the Thames River. Since the city's growth was fueled by shipping and whaling in the 19th century, landmarks in New London commemorate its maritime history, like the Custom House Maritime Museum. Fort Trumbull State Park and Museum reflects the military presence in New London throughout its history, from the earthwork fort in the Revolutionary War to the home of the first Coast Guard Academy in 1915.
After brushing up on your history, kick back with a day at Ocean Beach. Swim in the Long Island Sound, grab some ice cream, play mini-golf, or attend one of the many summertime events and concerts at the beach.
Most flights to the area arrive at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, which is over an hour from New London. Luckily, Amtrak train service is abundant, and many scheduled Northeast Regional and Acela trains stop in New London. Intercity buses connect New London to other Northeast cities, including New York, Providence, Atlantic City, and New Haven.
What train companies travel to New London, Connecticut?
Located in Connecticut, New London is accessible by train from 43 other cities. You can choose from 318 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to New London on Wanderu. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to New London are also available.
Train companies serving New London
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 194 | 5h 5m | $66.63 |
Amtrak Northeast Regional | 37 | 3h 45m | $80.09 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets 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 traveling 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 outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Which train carrier has the best service to New London?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to New London by train with Amtrak Northeast Regional giving them a 4.6 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak had the most comfortable train service to New London taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak offers. They rate Amtrak a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to New London punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Northeast Regional has the best on time performance on their train schedules to New London, rating them a 4.6 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in New London is New London Union Station. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around New London.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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New Haven | 1h 26m | $17.95 |
Portland | 6h 59m | $88.05 |
Philadelphia | 5h 16m | $115.89 |
Newark | 3h 45m | $75.41 |
Washington D.C. | 7h 35m | $149.55 |
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