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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Meriden and St Albans City. The average train journey from Meriden to St Albans City takes 7 hours and 56 minutes, but some Amtrak Vermonter train trips are as short as 6 hours and 58 minutes.
| Distance | 227 mi (365 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 58m |
| Lowest price | $57.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Vermonter |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Meriden to St Albans City?
2 train services operate from Meriden to St Albans City. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 9h 22m | $57.00 |
| Amtrak Vermonter | 1 | 6h 59m | $78.33 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Meriden to St Albans City every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $57.
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 outlets at every seat and extra legroom. You can also grab a bite to eat or enjoy a refreshing beverage from the train’s café. There are 1 Vermonter trains traveling from Meriden to St Albans City every day, with prices starting from $66.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Meriden and St Albans City is approximately 227 miles, or 365 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 56 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 58 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Meriden to St Albans City are the most crowded on Monday. 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 traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Meriden at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Meriden twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to St Albans City faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from St Albans City to Meriden.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Meriden?
Main departure station: 60 State St
There is one train station in Meriden.
All train stations in Meriden:
60 State St
Where is the train station in St Albans City?
Main arrival station: 40 Federal St
St Albans City has one train station.
All train stations in St Albans City:
40 Federal St
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