- Must visit
The Walters Art Museum
Well-known art museum in Mount Vernon with collections spanning ancient to 19th-century works. General admission is free.
Cheapest price
$315
Average price
$406
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD will cost around $406 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $315.
Of the 19 trains that leave Union Station, New Haven, CT for BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD on Sun, Jun 21, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 52 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.
157 Northeast Regional
143 Northeast Regional
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195 Northeast Regional
67 Northeast Regional
2259 Acela
2257 Acela
2255 Acela
2265 NextGen Acela
195 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $149.
Distance: 246 miles (396 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$144 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $210 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD:
A bus is $91 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD costing on average $144 (€117).
A bus is $157 (€128) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD costing on average $210 (€172).
Other travel options to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 51m.
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (4h 51m by train vs 5h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $144 (€117) compared to roughly $81 (€66) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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143 Northeast Regional | 7:35 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h19 | 12:54 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2249 NextGen Acela | 8:16 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h26 | 12:42 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional · 147 Northeast Regional | 9:06 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 6h45 | 3:51 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 1 transfer | |
195 Northeast Regional | 9:06 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h52 | 1:58 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 10:28 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h23 | 3:51 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 11:05 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h06 | 4:11 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent | 11:05 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 6h07 | 5:12 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 1 transfer | |
161 Northeast Regional | 12:06 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h56 | 5:02 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 12:36 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h23 | 5:59 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 2:06 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h56 | 7:02 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 NextGen Acela | 3:10 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h28 | 7:38 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 4:04 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h05 | 9:09 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 4:34 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h23 | 9:57 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h30 | 11:05 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2259 Acela | 6:34 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h26 | 11:00 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 9:10 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 8h41 | 5:51 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (396 km) distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 246 miles (396 km) |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 1:10 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
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Discover the best of BWI Airport Rail Station — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect BWI Airport Rail Station trip today.
Well-known art museum in Mount Vernon with collections spanning ancient to 19th-century works. General admission is free.
Leading art museum known for modern and contemporary art and the Cone Collection. General admission is free.
Distinctive museum celebrating self-taught and outsider art, widely loved for imaginative installations and social-media-friendly exhibits.
The city's best-known waterfront area for walking, views, and easy access to major attractions and public spaces.
Historic waterfront neighborhood with cobbled streets, maritime character, and photogenic harbor views popular with visitors and locals.
Walkable colonial core with brick streets, preserved architecture, and waterfront atmosphere, excellent for self-guided exploration.
Broiled or lightly fried cakes packed with blue crab and minimal filler. A signature Maryland dish prized for sweet local crab flavor.
Whole blue crabs steamed with bold seasoning, then cracked and picked by hand. A classic Maryland social meal tied to the Chesapeake Bay.
Maryland crab soup is tomato-based with vegetables and crab, while cream of crab is rich and silky. Both are staples across central Maryland.
Longstanding local favorite close to the airport for crab cakes, seafood, and steaks. Comfortable, traditional Maryland restaurant atmosphere.
Iconic Baltimore-area spot for pit beef sandwiches with smoky flavor and classic toppings. Casual and distinctly local.
Well-known crab house near BWI, especially famous for large Maryland crab cakes. Casual, established dining room popular with travelers and locals.
Prices are moderate for U.S. airport areas. Coffee and fast food are reasonable, but sit-down dining costs more.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or tip 10-15% for taxis, and USD 1-2 per bag for hotel or porter service.
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BWI Airport Rail Station -> Downtown Baltimore
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, 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 BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Union Station, New Haven, CT to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD trains use the Union Station to BWI Airport Rail Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Union Station, New Haven, CT and BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD 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.
BWI Airport Rail Station is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
BWI Airport Rail 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: Chili's Grill & Bar, Silver Diner
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at BWI Airport Rail Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at BWI Airport Rail Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at BWI Airport Rail Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at BWI Airport Rail Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at BWI Airport Rail Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Baltimore, Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport, Marriott BWI Airport.