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Compare train and bus for Austin, TX to Meriden, CT
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Meriden, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $416. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 55h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $416, and a train costs an average of $1022.
Distance: 1589 miles (2558 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$422 Average price Cheapest | $1022 Average price | $369 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55h 46m Average total duration Fastest 55h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58h 40m Average total duration 58h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Austin, TX to Meriden, CT:
A bus is $599 (€491) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Austin, TX to Meriden, CT costing on average $1022 (€837).
Other travel options to Meriden, CT take longer:
Train takes on average 58h 10m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Austin, TX to Meriden, CT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Capital Metro | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:17PM | Duration 48h32 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $416 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Austin, TX to Meriden, CT
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Buses from Austin, TX to Meriden, CT run on average 6 times per day, taking around 55h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $416 (€341) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 1589 miles (2558 km) distance in 48h 32m.
Distance 1589 miles (2558 km) |
Average bus duration 55h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $416 (€341) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 48h 32m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Capital Metro from Austin, TX to Meriden, CTYou can travel by bus between Austin, TX to Meriden, CT with Capital Metro for as low as $416 (€341). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Austin, TX to Meriden, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX to Meriden, CT by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Meriden, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from Austin, TX to Meriden, CT
Most Austin, TX to Meriden, CT buses use the Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd to New Britain, W Main St (Jimmy's Shop) station pair. Use this guide to compare Austin, TX and Meriden, CT bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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