- Must visit
Smith College Museum of Art
College art museum featuring American, Asian, and contemporary works, with thoughtful exhibitions and free public access.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$42
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$42
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 4 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 New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, while a bus costs an average of $52.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m 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 New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA:
A train is $14 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA costing on average $49.
Other travel options to Northampton, MA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 22m.
Tickets start at around $35 compared to roughly $17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-17.78. The journey takes 2h 22m versus 1h 26m 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.
The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:02 AM New Haven, CT | 4h55 | 3:57 PM Northampton, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:02 PM New Haven, CT | 2h25 | 7:27 PM Northampton, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 but you can travel from only $20 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 7:47 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Northampton, MA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Northampton, MA trip today.
College art museum featuring American, Asian, and contemporary works, with thoughtful exhibitions and free public access.
Local history museum with changing exhibitions on Northampton's people, architecture, and culture in a central historic building.
Contemporary gallery in Thornes Marketplace showing rotating exhibitions by emerging and established artists in an accessible setting.
Main downtown street lined with shops, historic buildings, music venues, and bookstores; ideal for walking and people-watching.
Large public garden and arboretum at Smith College with ponds, bridges, and winding paths for peaceful walks in every season.
Multi-use rail trail through Northampton popular for walking and cycling, with river views and easy access to neighboring towns.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA 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 Northampton, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New Haven, CT to Northampton, MA trains use the Union Station to Northampton Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New Haven, CT and Northampton, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
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: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
Northampton Station is 1 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Northampton Station.
Wi-Fi is available at Northampton Station. ATMs are available at Northampton Station.
Available at Northampton Station: Taxis, WC.
Available at Northampton Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton Station.
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