Cheap train tickets from New Haven to Meriden

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Trip Summary

There are usually 8 daily train trips available from New Haven to Meriden. Traveling by train from New Haven to Meriden usually takes 22 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Hartford Line train can make the trip in 20 minutes.

Distance
17 mi (27 km)
Fastest train
20m
Lowest price
CZK 151.88
Trains per day
8
Most frequent service
Amtrak Hartford Line
Train lines
4

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New Haven to Meriden Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from New Haven to Meriden?

There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from New Haven to Meriden.

Train
Bus
Avg. PriceCZK 166.20Avg. PriceCZK 128.23Cheaper
Daily Trips8Daily Trips1
Duration22mFasterDuration45m
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Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from New Haven to Meriden (Based on 2 ratings and reviews)

4.5

5.0

Felicita

November 17, 2023 - Business

Amtrak Vermonter
Pros: Convenient schedule

4.0

Lannay

September 13, 2019 - Business

Amtrak
Pros: It gets me to my job Cons: Rowdiness of some passengers

What is the price of a train ticket from New Haven to Meriden?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from New Haven to Meriden was CZK 158. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 11 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CZK 19.09 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from New Haven to Meriden by travel date

CZK 180CZK 120CZK 60OctOct

The cost of a one-way train trip from New Haven to Meriden is expected to stay pretty stable over the next four weeks. No matter which day you travel, you can expect to pay about CZK 152 for your ticket.

Average train ticket prices from New Haven to Meriden by month

CZK 175CZK 140CZK 105CZK 70CZK 35JFMAMJJASOND

Taking the train from New Haven to Meriden usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around CZK 152 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

CZK 175CZK 140CZK 105CZK 70CZK 3501020

The price of train trips from New Haven to Meriden doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.

Which train should you take from New Haven to Meriden?

There are 4 train lines with service from New Haven to Meriden. Amtrak Hartford Line is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Hartford Line322mCZK 160.87
Amtrak Northeast Regional222mCZK 161.06
Amtrak Valley Flyer222mCZK 160.86
Amtrak Vermonter123mCZK 242.27
  • Amtrak Hartford Line train tickets from New Haven to Meriden start from CZK 151.88, and on average cost CZK 160.87. Daily, Amtrak Hartford Line runs 3 schedules to Meriden. Amtrak Hartford Line in New Haven leaves from State Street Station and one other station. And in Meriden trains arrive at 60 State St.

    From New Haven to Meriden train travel on Amtrak Hartford Line takes 0 hours and 22 minutes. If you are looking to get to Meriden faster, Amtrak Hartford Line offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 20 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Amtrak Hartford Line offers 7 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay CZK 151.88 for a one-way train ticket to Meriden.

  • 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. With 2 daily train trips from New Haven to Meriden, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

  • Amtrak Valley Flyer train tickets from New Haven to Meriden start from CZK 151.88, and on average cost CZK 160.86. Daily, Amtrak Valley Flyer runs 2 schedules to Meriden. Amtrak Valley Flyer in New Haven leaves from State Street Station and one other station. And in Meriden trains arrive at 60 State St.

    From New Haven to Meriden train travel on Amtrak Valley Flyer takes 0 hours and 22 minutes. If you are looking to get to Meriden faster, Amtrak Valley Flyer offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 20 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Amtrak Valley Flyer offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay CZK 151.88 for a one-way train ticket to Meriden.

  • 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 New Haven to Meriden every day, with prices starting from CZK 173.58.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New Haven to Meriden

There are 8 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from New Haven to Meriden. You can also take a train for your return trip from Meriden to New Haven. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New Haven to Meriden for CZK 108.

Trains per day

8

Direct trains

8

The distance between New Haven and Meriden is approximately 17 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 22 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 20 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Meriden.

Distance (mi)

17

Distance (km)

27

The earliest train departs New Haven at 8:55 AM while the last train of the day leaves at 11:12 PM. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

8:55am

Last train

11:12pm

Trains from New Haven to Meriden are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Tuesday

Least crowded

Saturday

City Information

New Haven

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Sitting on the mouth of the Quinnipiac River of Connecticut, New Haven has been the home of the esteemed Yale University for more than 300 years. The quaint college town, with its cultural significance, has long been a highly-rated destination for culturally-inclined travelers. The first thing to do in New Haven is to visit the Yale campus, which was designed by famous architects such as Eero Saarinen and Frank O. Gehry. Don’t forget to check out the university’s visitor center as well, which houses impressive historical displays. Other interesting destinations on the premises are the Yale University Art Gallery and the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History. If you wish to take a break from the urban environment and go hunting for some amazing nature shots, East Rock Park will be a premier choice. Inside the park is the Pardee Rose Garden, which features more than 50 varieties of roses blooming in June and July.

New Haven is a popular destination for foodies, and its greatest offering is pizza. New Haven’s special pizza, also known as “apizza,” is a must-try when you are in town, and the best place to try this delicacy is at Pepe’s, its birthplace. Another establishment to check out is Louis’ Lunch, which has been serving delightful fast food since 1895.

The central hub of transportation in the city is Union Station, where travelers can catch Amtrak trains or buses by Greyhound and Flixbus for intercity transits. Air services are handled by the Tweed New Haven Regional Airport, located 3 miles east of the business district.

Station Information

Where is the train station in New Haven?

Main departure station: Union Station

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Union Station in New Haven is Connecticut’s most important transportation hub and is also one of the busiest stations in Amtrak’s national rail network. The station serves interstate Amtrak passenger trains that run along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, DC and Boston. Additionally, there are several commuter rail services operated by Amtrak, MTA and CTrail that connect New Haven to the likes of New York and Hartford. Union Station also accommodates CTtransit’s local buses services as well as intercity bus travel from carriers including Greyhound and Peter Pan Bus Lines. In addition, a free shuttle service is available from Union Station to New Haven Green in the city’s modern downtown.

All train stations in New Haven:

  • Union Station
  • State Street Station

Where is the train station in Meriden?

Main arrival station: 60 State St

Meriden has one train station.

All train stations in Meriden:

  • 60 State St

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