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Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
The oldest continuously operating public art museum in the U.S., with major European, American, and contemporary collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgeport, CT to Hartford, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgeport, CT to Hartford, CT will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bridgeport, CT for Hartford, CT on Fri, Aug 07, 5 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 trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.










Trains from Bridgeport, CT to Hartford, CT run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 but you can travel from only $14 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bridgeport, CT to Hartford, CT trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
190 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line | 9:04 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h31 | 11:35 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
170 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line | 10:09 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h26 | 11:35 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
56 Vermonter | 12:46 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h28 | 2:14 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional · 486 Valley Flyer | 1:55 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 2h01 | 3:56 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
174 Northeast Regional · 474 Amtrak Hartford Line | 3:45 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h24 | 5:09 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 7:00 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h27 | 8:27 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
148 Northeast Regional | 8:07 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h51 | 9:58 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 12:07 AM Bridgeport, CT | 1h41 | 1:48 AM Hartford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts for small tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgeport, CT to Hartford, CT by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hartford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bridgeport, CT to Hartford, CT trains use the Bridgeport Station to Hartford Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bridgeport, CT and Hartford, CT train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bridgeport Station is 1 km from Bridgeport city centre. Public transport options include:
Bridgeport Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ralph 'n' Rich's, Boca Oyster Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bridgeport Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bridgeport Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bridgeport Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bridgeport Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgeport Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Bridgeport-Trumbull-Fairfield, Hampton Inn by Hilton Shelton, Quality Suites.
Hartford Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Salute, Max Downtown
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hartford Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hartford Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hartford Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hartford Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hartford Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Goodwin Hotel, Hilton Hartford, Marriott Hartford Downtown.
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