The cheapest and fastest trains from New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT 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 New Britain, CT will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 trains that leave New Haven, CT for New Britain, CT on Wed, Jun 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 24 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Wed, Jun 24 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
2:57 AM0h29New Haven, CT3:26 AMNew Britain, CT$81One-way0 transfers
2:57 AM0h29New Haven, CT3:26 AMNew Britain, CT$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m 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 New Britain, CT:
A train is $8 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to New Britain, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 45m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (30m by train vs 37m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€6) compared to roughly $7 (€5) 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.
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.
Live departures
New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:57 AM New Haven, CT | 0h29 | 3:26 AM New Britain, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT
Trains from New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT run on average 13 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Amtrak from New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Haven, CT and New Britain, CT from $8 (€6). 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 New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT to New Britain, 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 Britain, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT
Most New Haven, CT to New Britain, CT trains use the Union Station to Berlin Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New Haven, CT and New Britain, CT train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which New Haven, CT station do trains to New Britain, CT leave from?
Getting to Union Station from New Haven city centre
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station train station facilities and services
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
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