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Old Saybrook - Westerly Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

6 trains operate daily from Old Saybrook to Westerly. The train trip from Old Saybrook to Westerly is usually about one hour and 3 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as 39 minutes.

Distance29 mi (47 km)
Fastest train0h 39m
Lowest price$5.00
Trains per day5
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines2

What is the price of a train ticket from Old Saybrook to Westerly?

In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Old Saybrook to Westerly was $6.58. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Westerly if you book your train tickets at least 15 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $30.63.

Monthly average prices

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Ticket prices for the train from Old Saybrook to Westerly stay pretty consistent throughout the year. You can expect to pay around $10 regardless of when you plan to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Since ticket prices on this route stay pretty consistent, you don’t need to book way in advance. However, we recommend buying your train ticket to Westerly at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure to prevent any unpleasant surprises, like last-minute surges in price or sold-out tickets.

Which train should you take from Old Saybrook to Westerly?

2 train services operate from Old Saybrook to Westerly. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak22h 7m$20.29
Amtrak Northeast Regional50h 42m$22.58
  • 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 2 Amtrak trains from Old Saybrook to Westerly every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $10.

  • 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 5 daily train trips from Old Saybrook to Westerly, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Old Saybrook and Westerly is approximately 29 miles, or 47 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 39 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Westerly.

Trains departing from Old Saybrook to Westerly tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Old Saybrook at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. 5 of these are direct connections to Westerly. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Westerly to Old Saybrook.

City Information

Old Saybrook

Old Saybrook in Connecticut is a small but historic town along the end of the Connecticut River as it leads into the Long Island Sound. One of Old Saybrook's most famous residents was actress Katharine Hepburn, who lived here for much of her life. In the city, the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, or The Kate, holds artifacts from her career and presents cultural events and performances for the community.

Old Saybrook is blessed with gorgeous waterfront settings for outdoor activities, including Harveys Beach on the Sound and an enormous wildlife refuge called The Preserve.

Amtrak Northeast Regional trains from Boston to New York stop in Old Saybrook daily. A local commuter line stops at the same train station and provides service to New London and New Haven, from where many other intercity train and bus routes depart.

Westerly

Westerly is famous for its gorgeous shorelines, and the beaches are just the beginning. In addition to local stores, fashionable pubs, and restaurants, Rhode Island's southernmost town has a lively downtown environment. The town enchanted Taylor Swift so much that she not only bought a house as a part-time residence but also wrote a song about it: The Last Great American Dynasty.

Give it a listen while strolling through Wilcox Park, with lovely scenery with an open meadow area surrounded by trees, a fish pond, monuments, and perennial gardens. The option to go for a trek nearby Napatree Point Conservation Area is also available. Then, finish your fun-filled day by getting a carload of friends and family and heading to the Misquamicut Drive-In for an outdoor movie.

The area's lodging options range from high-end luxury to eccentric, historic, and comfortable. Ocean House is one of only thirteen resorts in the world to receive triple 5-star certification, making it the best of the best. Perched high on the bluffs of Watch Hill and with a private beach and spa, it's hard to turn down Ocean House.

The Block Island State Airport, the Theodore Francis Green Airport in Providence, and the Westerly State Airport are all in Rhode Island, though not Westerly in particular. Amtrak, however, has trains right into the city coming from Boston, New York, Portland, New Haven, and Philadelphia.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Old Saybrook?

Main departure station: 455 Boston Post Rd Saybrook Junction Market Pl

There is one train station in Old Saybrook.

All train stations in Old Saybrook:

  • 455 Boston Post Rd Saybrook Junction Market Pl

Where is the train station in Westerly?

Main arrival station: 14 Railroad Ave

Westerly has one train station.

All train stations in Westerly:

  • 14 Railroad Ave

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