The ferry and the shuttle are two efficient and fun ways to get around New London. Ferries are a thoughtful alternative to driving in the highway. Cross Sound Ferry takes passengers and their vehicles from New London to Orient Point, Long Island in one hour and twenty minutes compared to a roughly three-hour drive West along Connecticut coast to New York State. The New London Terminal is in the City’s Multi-Modal Terminal which gives direct access to Amtrak and Acela Rail Service, the commuter Rail, Greyhound, South Esat Area Transit bus service and taxis. There is also shuttle bus servicing the casino.
Block Island Ferry takes the traveler to Old Harbor in Block Island. The ferry runs every three hours starting at 8:10 am from New London and from 9:40 from Block Island. The last ferry leaves New London at 8:45 pm and Block Island at 10:00 pm. The trip is about one hour long.
At the corner of Eugene O’Neill Drive and Golden Street, you can board New London Shuttle that will take you to the town’s historical sites, museums, parks and attractions. For U$5, you will wil be able to know almost everything about New London. It is not just a quick sightseeing trip, as the shuttle stops at several spots so that you can enjoy the sights, walk around, do some shopping and explore the historical places. The trolley provides service only on Saturdays and Sundays from July all through September.