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Best way to the New Haven & New London St. Patrick’s Day Parades

03/09/2026 in Uncategorized

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Sunday, March 15, by taking the train to the festivities! Whether you are heading to New Haven or New London, you can skip the traffic and parking headaches by taking CTrail Shore Line East directly to either of the parades.

Parade Times:

  • Greater New Haven: The parade begins at 1:30 PM.
  • New London: The parade begins at 1:00 PM.

Why take the train?

  • Prime Location: New Haven State Street Station is just a short walk from the New Haven parade route, and New London Station puts you right at the heart of the New London celebration.
  • Easy Access: Enjoy direct service from all Shore Line East stations between New London and New Haven.
  • Travel Together: Avoid the stress of finding multiple parking spots and travel with your group on the train.

View Schedules & Plan Your Trip at ShoreLineEast.com/schedules/