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Stamford History Center
Stamford's leading local history museum covers the city's colonial, industrial, and social past through changing exhibitions and archives.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hartford, CT to Stamford, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartford, CT to Stamford, CT will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Hartford, CT for Stamford, CT on Fri, Aug 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct buses cover the 106 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartford, CT to Stamford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 65 miles (106 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hartford, CT to Stamford, CT:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hartford, CT to Stamford, CT costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Stamford, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
You'll arrive about -1h -36m sooner (1h 55m by bus vs 1h 19m by car) and save roughly $-9.11 (€-7.40) compared to fuel and tolls ($25 (€20) vs $16 (€13)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Hartford, CT to Stamford, CT buses for today, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:20 AM Hartford, CT | 1h55 | 1:15 PM Stamford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 PM Hartford, CT | 1h55 | 2:15 PM Stamford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Hartford, CT to Stamford, CT run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:24, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 6:24 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
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Most Hartford, CT to Stamford, CT buses use the Hartford, Union Station to Stamford, Station Pl station pair. Use this guide to compare Hartford, CT and Stamford, CT bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Hartford, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a cafe and a snack bar inside.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTM available near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Hartford, Union Station.
Available at Hartford, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hartford, Union Station: Station is wheelchair accessible.
Hartford, Asylum St / Ford St (Bushnell Park) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Hartford, Asylum St / Ford St (Bushnell Park). ATMs are available at Hartford, Asylum St / Ford St (Bushnell Park).
Ticket office support is available at Hartford, Asylum St / Ford St (Bushnell Park).
Available at Hartford, Asylum St / Ford St (Bushnell Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hartford, Asylum St / Ford St (Bushnell Park): Accessible via ramps for wheelchairs.
Stamford, Station Pl has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Stamford, Station Pl. ATMs are available at Stamford, Station Pl.
Ticket office support is available at Stamford, Station Pl.
Available at Stamford, Station Pl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stamford, Station Pl: Basic access for disabled individuals available.
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