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Bridgeport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bridgeport

With a population of 144.229, Bridgeport is the largest city in Connecticut, United States by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bridgeport has to offer.

Where to Eat in Bridgeport

If you’re looking for affordable options, 29 Markle Ct (29 Markle Ct) and Trattoria 'A Vucchella (272 Fairfield Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Bridgeport

Bridgeport in April
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bridgeport in April
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bridgeport in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Bridgeport, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Bridgeport

Plane

Although Bridgeport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 27 km from Bridgeport. Tweed-New Haven is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Avelo Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bridgeport departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Bridgeport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Bridgeport to Philadelphia takes 1h 25m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 45m trip. The train station in Bridgeport is called Bridgeport, and is located 0.1 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Bridgeport is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 82 km from Bridgeport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bridgeport, including Bus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Bridgeport takes 145 km and will cost you around $34. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 145 km. Bridgeport’s bus station is located 0.2 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Bridgeport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tweed-New Haven (HVN), which is located 27 km from Bridgeport. Tweed-New Haven is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Avelo Airlines, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bridgeport departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 36m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Bridgeport, followed by Acela. The train journey from Bridgeport to Philadelphia takes 1h 25m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Haven, expect to pay about $17 for a 1h 45m trip. The train station in Bridgeport is called Bridgeport, and is located 0.1 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Bridgeport is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 82 km from Bridgeport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bridgeport, including Bus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Bridgeport takes 145 km and will cost you around $34. From Andalusia, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 145 km. Bridgeport’s bus station is located 0.2 km from the city center.

Airports near Bridgeport

HVNTweed-New Haven
HPNWhite Plains Westchester County

Airlines serving Bridgeport

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Iberia
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Emirates
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Air Canada
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Etihad Airways
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Austrian Airlines
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Cathay Pacific
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Circle Hotel Fairfield
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1356 reviews)
$113+
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Best Western Plus Fairfield Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.9, 510 reviews)
$122+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Stratford
3 stars
Good (7.7, 464 reviews)
$120+
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Quality Suites Stratford
3 stars
Good (7.5, 866 reviews)
$70+
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Hotel Hi-Ho - Contactless Check-In
3 stars
Good (7.5, 802 reviews)
$92+
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Trumbull Marriott Shelton
3 stars
Good (7.4, 435 reviews)
$137+
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Renting a car in Bridgeport

Renting a car in Bridgeport costs $50 per day, on average, or $350 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Bridgeport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bridgeport, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bridgeport costs $50 per day, on average, or $350 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Bridgeport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bridgeport, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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