New Hampshire To New Brunswick: Travel Guide

There are several ways to get from New Hampshire to New Brunswick, including by bus, train, car, or plane. The best option depends on your preferences for cost, duration, and convenience. The cheapest and fastest way to travel between these two places is by car, which takes around 8 hours and costs between $110 and $180. Alternatively, you can take a bus and train, which is more affordable but takes over 25 hours. If you're looking for a quicker option, consider flying, which can get you there in under 2 hours, but expect to pay more.

Driving from New Brunswick to New Hampshire

If you're driving from New Brunswick, New Jersey, to New Hampshire, there are a few different routes you can take. The total driving distance is around 275 miles, and it will take approximately 5 hours and 4 minutes to drive without any stops. Here is a suggested itinerary for a two-day road trip:

Day 1:

• Start in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and drive for about 55 minutes to New York City. Spend about 2 hours exploring the city.
• Leave New York City at 12:55 PM and drive for about 1 hour and 30 minutes to New Haven, Connecticut. Take a break for about an hour.
• Drive for about 42 minutes to Hartford, Connecticut, and stay overnight.

Day 2:

• Leave Hartford at 10:00 AM and drive for about 54 minutes to Old Sturbridge Village in Massachusetts. Spend about an hour there.
• Drive for about an hour to Concord, Massachusetts, and stay for about an hour.
• Drive for about an hour to Manchester, New Hampshire. Take a break for an hour.
• From Manchester, it's about a 26-minute drive to your final destination in New Hampshire.

This itinerary includes some interesting stops along the way, but you can always adjust it based on your preferences and the amount of time you want to spend driving each day.

Alternatively, if you're driving from New Brunswick, Canada, to New Hampshire, the trip will be longer. The distance between these two locations is about 520.5 miles, and the drive will take approximately 8 hours and 26 minutes without any stops. You will be crossing the US-Canada border, so remember to carry the necessary documentation.

Taking the bus

To get from New Hampshire to New Brunswick by bus, you have a few options. Firstly, you can take a bus from New Hampshire to Boston, which is provided by Boston Express. This bus service offers a comfortable and convenient journey, with outlets for every seat and free WiFi. They also offer free parking and flexible ticketing.

From Boston, you can then take another bus to New Brunswick. Rutgers University operates buses that serve New Brunswick and the wider area. These buses are free and connect all campuses, as well as downtown New Brunswick. Additionally, NJ Transit operates five bus routes through New Brunswick: 810, 811, 814, 815, and 818.

Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Hampshire to New York City and then travel to New Brunswick from there. CoachUSA/Suburban Transit operates three commuter bus routes in New Brunswick (Lines 100, 500, and 600) with service to NYC.

For real-time bus information and trip planning, it is recommended to download the Transit App and the official NJ Transit App.

Flying and then getting a bus

To get from New Brunswick to New Hampshire by flying and then taking a bus, you can follow these steps:

First, take a bus from Moncton, NB, to Fredericton, NB. Then, take another bus from Fredericton to Woodstock, NB. From there, you can take a bus to Houlton, Maine. At this point, you will have crossed the Canada-US border.

Next, take a bus from Houlton, Maine, to Bangor, ME, and then another bus from Bangor to Boston South Buses. Finally, you can take a bus from Boston South Buses to Manchester, NH.

This journey will take around 15 hours and 38 minutes, and the distance covered is about 521 miles. Please note that this is the fastest way to get from New Brunswick to New Hampshire without a car, but it is not the cheapest option.

If you are travelling from New Brunswick, Canada, to New Hampshire, US, you will need to ensure you meet the entry requirements. Currently, entry into the US from Canada is conditional for citizens and permanent residents of Canada, and only fully vaccinated travellers are allowed entry. It is recommended that travellers get a viral test 3-5 days after arrival and self-monitor for COVID-19 symptoms. Unvaccinated travellers are recommended to quarantine for a minimum of 5 days and take a COVID-19 test 3 days after arriving. Please check the latest government advice before travelling, as requirements may change.

Taking a train and then flying

To get from New Brunswick, NJ, to New Hampshire by a combination of train and plane, you can take the following journey:

Firstly, take the train from New Brunswick to Newark Airport Railroad Station. From here, you can fly to Manchester, NH. This is the quickest way to get to New Hampshire, taking 4 hours and 17 minutes in total.

Alternatively, you can take the train from New Brunswick to New York Penn Station. From New York, you can fly to Worcester and drive to Nashua, NH.

You can also fly to Boston from New York and take a bus to Salem, NH.

Finally, you can take the train to New York and fly to Manchester, NH, from New York JFK Airport.

Taking a train and bus

Step 1: Get to New Brunswick Station

• You can take the bus or the train to New Brunswick Station.
• If you're coming from the airport, you can take the train from Newark Liberty International Airport (a 64-minute train ride) or a bus (around 108 minutes).
• If you're already in the city, you can take the bus from New Brunswick Downtown to New Brunswick Station.

Step 2: Take the train to New York Penn Station

• From New Brunswick Station, take the train to New York Penn Station.
• This journey will take around 1 hour.

Step 3: Take the bus to Boston

• From New York Penn Station, you have two options:
• Option 1: Take the train to Boston. This is a direct route.
• Option 2: Take the bus to New York Midtown, then transfer to another bus to Boston.
• Both options will take around 4-5 hours.

Step 4: Take the bus to Manchester, NH

• From Boston, take a bus to Manchester, NH.
• This journey will take around 3-4 hours.

The total travel time for this journey is approximately 7 hours and 44 minutes, and the price ranges from $40 to $350. Please note that the number of services varies on weekends and holidays, so it is recommended to check the schedule in advance.

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