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Compare bus and train for Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a bus costs an average of $31.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT:
A train is $0.40 (€0.32) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT costing on average $60 (€48).
Other travel options to New Haven, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 43m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (1h 49m by train vs 2h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $59 (€47) compared to roughly $35 (€28) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT by bus or train
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Why should you book Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT trains with Omio?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Amtrak, but also compare tickets for the likes of Amtrak to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT
Trains from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Cambridge, MA and New Haven, CT from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cambridge, MA to New Haven, CT
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
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