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Yale University Art Gallery
Major university art museum with collections spanning ancient to contemporary art. It is one of New Haven’s top cultural attractions and is especially known for being free.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, NC to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $209. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 16h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $209, and a train costs an average of $259.
Distance: 514 miles (828 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$209 Average price Cheapest | $259 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 45m Average total duration Fastest 16h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 51m Average total duration 17h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Jacksonville, NC to New Haven, CT:
A bus is $49 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jacksonville, NC to New Haven, CT costing on average $259 (€212).
Other travel options to New Haven, CT take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 21m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $209 |
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Buses from Jacksonville, NC to New Haven, CT run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $209 (€171) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 19:15. The fastest bus covers the 514 miles (828 km) distance in 18h 5m.
Distance 514 miles (828 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $209 (€171) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 18h 5m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 7:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Major university art museum with collections spanning ancient to contemporary art. It is one of New Haven’s top cultural attractions and is especially known for being free.
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Celebrated natural history museum known for dinosaurs, fossils, anthropology, and family-friendly science exhibits. Recently renewed and very popular with visitors.
Historic neighborhood and leafy square known for Italian heritage, brownstones, and spring cherry blossoms. One of New Haven’s most loved walking areas.
Large park with trails, lawns, and elevated views over New Haven and Long Island Sound. A top choice for outdoor time and scenic photos.
Walkable historic campus with courtyards, Gothic architecture, libraries, and plazas. It is the city’s essential area for first-time visitors.
Coal-fired, thin-crust pizza with a charred, chewy texture. It is New Haven’s signature dish and a point of local pride.
A famous New Haven apizza topped with fresh clams, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and grated cheese. It is one of the city’s most iconic specialties.
A simple local pizza variation with tomato sauce, grated cheese, and little or no mozzarella. It highlights the city’s Italian American baking tradition.
Well-known local favorite for New Haven-style pizza, including excellent red pies and house specialties. Casual setting with strong local reputation.
Legendary, long-running pizzeria best known for New Haven-style apizza and its famous white clam pie. Casual, busy, and deeply traditional.
Established French brasserie near Yale, known for refined cooking, polished service, and a more upscale dining experience.
Moderate for a U.S. college city: casual food is affordable, but hotels and upscale dining can be pricey on busy weekends.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5. Tipping is expected for table service, delivery, and rideshares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jacksonville, NC to New Haven, 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Jacksonville, NC to New Haven, CT buses use the Jacksonville, North Marine Blvd (Family Dollar) to New Haven, Union Avenue (Union Station Parking Garage) station pair. Use this guide to compare Jacksonville, NC and New Haven, CT bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Jacksonville, N Marine Blvd / Barden St is 2 km from Jacksonville city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Jacksonville, N Marine Blvd / Barden St has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jacksonville, N Marine Blvd / Barden St: Ramps.
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