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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Harpers Ferry and New Haven. The average train journey from Harpers Ferry to New Haven takes 9 hours and 20 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 7 hours and 54 minutes.
Distance | 288 mi (464 km) |
Fastest train | 7h 54m |
Lowest price | $75.00 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Harpers Ferry to New Haven?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Harpers Ferry to New Haven was $94.75. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to New Haven if you book your train tickets at least 21 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $218.00.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Harpers Ferry to New Haven?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Harpers Ferry to New Haven. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 3 | 9h 21m | $186.05 |
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 3 Amtrak trains from Harpers Ferry to New Haven every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $75.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Harpers Ferry and New Haven is approximately 288 miles, or 464 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 54 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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Harpers Ferry to New Haven. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Harpers Ferry at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New Haven to Harpers Ferry.
City Information
New Haven
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 Harpers Ferry?
Main departure station: Potomac St & Shenandoah St
There is one train station in Harpers Ferry.
All train stations in Harpers Ferry:
Potomac St & Shenandoah St
Where is the train station in New Haven?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Union Station
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
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