Questions tagged [connecticut]

Questions on visiting the state of Connecticut in the United States.

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Why is Amtrak so expensive in the Northeastern US?

Why is Amtrak so expensive in the Northeast US? I just looked up a train from New London, CT to Boston, MA (a 2-hour car trip): the round trip cost for two people was $200. Traveling by rail in Europe is significantly cheaper. Any idea why?
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Ways to get to New Haven from Windsor (preferably with public transportation)? - Connecticut, USA

I'll be in Windsor (staying at the Hilton Garden Inn) over this weekend, and I was looking to spend one of the days exploring New Haven. Is this possible by means of public transportation? I don't have a car and I don't want to spend too much…
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Most scenic route between Hartford, CT and Montreal

I'm going to be driving from Hartford to Montreal in June. According to Google Maps there are two possible routes: the 87 via Albany, NY or the 91/89 through Vermont. Both routes take about the same amount of time. What scenery can I expect along…
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Creative ways to get from NY City to New Haven CT not using cars/vans

So far I have found(If Im wrong on the prices or times I would love to know): Greyhound- buses from the port authority terminal Acela- From Penn station about 1 hr 35 minutes (about $59) Northeast Regional- From Penn station about 2 hrs (about…
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Prepaid GSM data provider for Connecticut and NYC

I'll be traveling to the US (specifically Fairfield, Connecticut) in about 2 weeks. Which provider has the cheapest prepaid data rate? would I be charged roaming if I went to a different city or state? (e.g. New York City). As much as I'd like speed…
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