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College Park Aviation Museum
Excellent local aviation museum at the world's oldest continuously operating airport. Features early flight history, artifacts, and family-friendly exhibits.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgeport, CT to New Carrollton, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 246 miles (397 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€159 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest | €162 Average price | €45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bridgeport, CT to New Carrollton, MD:
A bus is €91 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgeport, CT to New Carrollton, MD costing on average €159.
A bus is €94 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bridgeport, CT to New Carrollton, MD costing on average €162.
Other travel options to New Carrollton, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 1m.
Bus takes on average 12h 10m.
Tickets start at around €159 compared to roughly €45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-113.71. The journey takes 5h 1m versus 4h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Bridgeport, CT to New Carrollton, MD run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €88 but you can travel from only €54 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (397 km) distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €88 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 6:21 AM |
Last train 9:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of New Carrollton, MD — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Carrollton, MD trip today.
Excellent local aviation museum at the world's oldest continuously operating airport. Features early flight history, artifacts, and family-friendly exhibits.
Historic house museum with guided tours, period rooms, and stories of slavery and estate life. One of the area's strongest heritage attractions.
Compact community museum preserving Greenbelt's New Deal origins through exhibits, photographs, and tours of a historic home.
Main civic and transport hub with Amtrak, Metro, and buses. Useful for travelers and a key point for exploring the wider region.
Popular wooded trail and park corridor for walking, cycling, and birding along the river. A top outdoor escape near New Carrollton.
Large lakeside park with paths, boat rentals, and broad open spaces. Great for easy walks and a relaxed local outing.
Maryland Crab Soup is tomato-based with blue crab and vegetables. It is a regional staple tied to Chesapeake seafood traditions.
Crab Cakes are packed with sweet Chesapeake blue crab and minimal filler. They are one of Maryland's most iconic dishes.
Steamed Blue Crabs are seasoned heavily, then steamed and picked by hand. This social seafood feast is classic Maryland eating.
Established neighborhood steak and seafood restaurant with a classic, family-friendly atmosphere and broad American menu.
Long-running casual restaurant serving Salvadoran and Mexican favorites. Locals come for pupusas, grilled meats, and hearty portions.
Casual local seafood spot known for steamed crabs, crab cakes, and fried platters in a straightforward Maryland setting.
Moderate for the D.C. area: hotels can be high, but dining and transit are usually cheaper than central Washington.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes: round up or tip $1-2.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgeport, CT to New Carrollton, MD 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 New Carrollton, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bridgeport, CT to New Carrollton, MD trains use the Bridgeport Station to New Carrollton Amtrak Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bridgeport, CT and New Carrollton, MD 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.
New Carrollton Amtrak Station is 2 km from New Carrollton city centre. Public transport options include:
New Carrollton Amtrak 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: Golden Pavilion Restaurant, Mid-Atlantic Seafood
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard by Marriott New Carrollton, Metro Points Hotel, Days Inn by Wyndham Lanham.
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