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elementarydeardata t1_ixkepu6 wrote

Reply to comment by Time_Yam301 in Commute from CT to Boston. by Lucky-Front7675

This is a solid idea. The Accela into Boston is pretty fast compared with driving. It isn’t cheap, but 2x per week is probably manageable.

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Time_Yam301 t1_ixkpd70 wrote

I had to refresh my memory. $120 each way, 2 hours. Milford to Grand Central is 2 hours, though obviously cheaper.

$2,000 in Amtrak fare per month isn't an easy decision - for me, it's a business travel expense. It's also an easy choice as there is no need to stay overnight, saving on hotel costs.

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ryanisleet t1_ixkvos8 wrote

There’s monthly/10-ride passes for much much cheaper that OP could get

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Time_Yam301 t1_ixm2ln2 wrote

I didn't know that, if only because my travel to Boston is irregular. Might make it more regular though!

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daybeers t1_ixl0ypa wrote

NHV-BOS is $55 cheapest on Acela but it needs to be well in advance for that price.

Milford to GCT is definitely under two hours especially with express service.

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Ayatollah-X t1_ixm1jvr wrote

Yes indeed, 1:37 from Milford to GCT on my train. And the fares are insanely cheaper than Amtrak.

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