Local Service
Local bus routes make frequent stops, typically every 2 to 3 blocks, linking neighborhoods with urban centers and providing connections within and between communities. Although individual trips on some local buses operated in a limited- or skip-stop fashion, local bus routes primarily serve city streets and may also operate into malls, hospitals or shopping centers.
Use the Trip Planner or click on the route listing to go to Schedules (presented in PDF format) for details on individual route schedules and stop locations.
Bristol
CTfastrak
CTfastrak Route 121 operates between MCC and downtown Hartford via Spencer Street, Silver Lane, Main Street and Connecticut Boulevard, making limited stops. From downtown Hartford, Route 121 makes limited stops along Capitol Avenue in Hartford, at CTfastrak stations Sigourney Street through Cedar Street, then express to UConn Health via CT-9 and I-84.
CTfastrak Route 128 operates between downtown Hartford and Westfarms Mall , making stops at CTfastrak stations Sigourney Street through Elmwood, and making limited stops along New Britain Avenue in West Hartford. From Westfarms, Route 128 continues to Downtown New Britain Station via Stanley Street, making all local stops.
CTfastrak Route 144 operates between the Silas Deane Highway & Jordan Lane in Wethersfield and Westfarms Mall , with stops along Jordan Lane, Newington Center, along Cedar Street, at Cedar Street Station, at CCSU , along Stanley Street, through Brittany Farms to the mall.
CTfastrak Route 161 runs between St. Francis Hospital and Hartford Hospital , with stops along Asylum Street, Woodland Street, Ashley Street, Sigourney Street, Capitol Avenue, Washington Street, Jefferson Street and Retreat Avenue. Route 161 connects with all CTfastrak routes at Sigourney Street Station and also serves Aetna , the State Capitol, Lafayette Square and Connecticut Children’s Medical Center .
Service Operated by DATTCO.
Fares on all Routes — Including Express Bus Routes — Must be Paid Upon Boarding
Free Parking: Plantsville Park & Ride, 1272 South Main Street, Southington (I-84 Exit 29)
Milldale Park & Ride, Highland Avenue, Cheshire (I-691 Exit 7)
Cheshire Park & Ride, 2085 Waterbury Road, Cheshire (I-84 Exit 26)
Hamilton Avenue Park & Ride, 524 Hamilton Avenue, Waterbury (I-84 Exit 23)
Hartford
Route 30 operates between Hartford Union Station and Bradley International Airport with stops on Pearl Street, Central Row, the Connecticut Convention Center, Poquonock Park & Ride, Ella Grasso Turnpike, and Schoephoester Road.
Meriden
New Britain
New Haven
Beginning on Sunday, November 13, 2022, during a long term construction development project, the bus stop located at Chapel Street and Orange Street eastbound in downtown New Haven for Routes 204, 206, 212, 223, & 274 will be closed. This project is anticipated to be underway until Summer 2024. Please board these routes at the following locations until the construction project is completed: 204–East Haven at Elm Street & Church Street nearside.
TWEED NEW HAVEN AIRPORT REQUEST: To request this trip travel from Tweed New Haven Airport to downtown New Haven, please call the CTtransit Customer Service Center, Monday through Saturday 6:30AM-9:30PM and Sunday/Holidays, 7:00AM-7:00PM, at (203) 624-0151/TTY (203) 785-8930. This service will only be available when Customer Service is open and only same day requests can be honored. Our best efforts will be made to fulfill your request, however, delays may occur subject to weather or traffic conditions, and the time we receive the request.
Beginning on Sunday, November 13, 2022, during a long term construction development project, the bus stop located at Chapel Street and Orange Street eastbound in downtown New Haven for Routes 204, 206, 212, 223, & 274 will be closed. This project is anticipated to be underway until Summer 2024. Please board these routes at the following locations until the construction project is completed: 206–East Chapel Street at Elm Street & Church Street nearside.
Beginning on Sunday, November 13, 2022, during a long term construction development project, the bus stop located at Chapel Street and Orange Street eastbound in downtown New Haven for Routes 204, 206, 212, 223, & 274 will be closed. This project is anticipated to be underway until Summer 2024. Please board these routes at the following locations until the construction project is completed: 212–Grand Avenue at Elm Street & Church Street nearside.
Beginning on Sunday, November 13, 2022, during a long term construction development project, the bus stop located at Chapel Street and Orange Street eastbound in downtown New Haven for Routes 204, 206, 212, 223, & 274 will be closed. This project is anticipated to be underway until Summer 2024. Please board these routes at the following locations until the construction project is completed: 223–Lombard Street at Elm Street & Church Street nearside.
Route 228 serves New Haven, Hamden, and Cheshire and is part of the ParkConneCT program, a collaboration of CTDOT & CT DEEP that provides access to state parks. Sleeping Giant State Park is conveniently located near the Whitney & Mt. Carmel stop at timepoint 9 on the bus schedule. Follow the sidewalk along Mt. Carmel Avenue east for 0.3 miles to the main entrance of the park. All buses are equipped with bike racks.
228-Whitney Avenue:
228 Davis St.
228C Centerville
228H Hamden Plaza
Beginning on Sunday, November 13, 2022, when route 237 travels inbound (towards Downtown New Haven) it will no longer serve the Chapel Street and Orange Street bus stop due to long term construction. Please alight at Elm Street and Temple Street to connect with other CTtransit bus routes.
Beginning on Sunday, November 13, 2022, when route 238 travels inbound (towards Downtown New Haven) it will no longer serve the Chapel Street and Orange Street bus stop due to long term construction. Please alright at Elm Street and Template Street to connect with other CTtransit bus routes.
238-Dixwell Avenue:
238 Hamden Plaza
238C Centerville
238P Putnam Place
Beginning on Sunday, November 13, 2022, when route 241 travels inbound (towards Downtown New Haven) it will no longer serve the Chapel Street and Orange Street bus stop due to long term construction. Please alright at Elm Street and Template Street to connect with other CTtransit bus routes.
Operated by Peter Pan.
Weekday service (no service on Saturday or Sunday).
Fares on all Routes — Including Express Bus Routes — Must be Paid Upon Boarding
Free Parking: Wolcott Hill Park & Ride, 38 Wolcott Hill Road, Wethersfield
Country Club Road Park & Ride, Middletown (I-91 Exit 20)
Devine Street Park & Ride Lot B, State St. & Devine St., North Haven (CT 40 Exit 1)
Stamford
Route 324 operates between the Stamford Transportation Center and Stamford’s Waterside neighborhood. Route 324 buses operate via Richmond Hill Ave. and Fairfield Ave. to Top Gallant Rd., then return northward via Southfield Ave., Greenwich Ave. and South State St. to the Stamford Transportation Center.
Limited-stop service between Shippan Point and the Stamford Transportation Center via Transitway route. Route 327X buses operate from the Stamford Transportation Center to Elm St., Shippan Ave. and Ocean Dr. West via Dock & Jefferson Sts., bypassing the South End. Route 327X operates on weekdays only during the AM & PM rush hours.
Operates between the Stamford Transportation Center, Glenbrook Railroad Station, Norton Heights Railroad Station and Darien Railroad Station. All buses travel the full route via Broad St., East Main St., Lawn Ave., Hamilton Ave., Glenbrook Rd., Crescent St., Maple Tree Ave., Heights Rd. and West Ave. No Sunday service on the 344 route.
Route 351 provides service between the Stamford Railroad Station and Stamford’s central business district on weekdays during the morning and afternoon rush hours. Buses are timed to meet certain CTrail New Haven Line (Metro-North), CTrail Shore Line East and Amtrak Northeast Regional & Acela Express trains at the station. All destinations served by Route 351 are also served by other Stamford local bus routes.
Wallingford
Waterbury
No service Saturday or Sunday on this route. Route 470 provides limited-stop service between Waterbury, Naugatuck Industrial Park & Naugatuck Green via South Main Street. Connections are available in Naugatuck with Routes 471, 472 & 473. Route 470 makes limited-stops in Waterbury, but picks up and drops off at all stops along the route in Naugatuck.
No service Saturday or Sunday on this route.
Route 479X provides limited-stop service between Waterbury & Beacon Falls, including Murtha and Pines Bridge Industrial Parks, via CT-8. Route 479X makes limited-stops in Waterbury, but picks up and drops off at all stops along the route in Beacon Falls.
Service Operated by DATTCO.
Fares on all Routes — Including Express Bus Routes — Must be Paid Upon Boarding
Free Parking: Plantsville Park & Ride, 1272 South Main Street, Southington (I-84 Exit 29)
Milldale Park & Ride, Highland Avenue, Cheshire (I-691 Exit 7)
Cheshire Park & Ride, 2085 Waterbury Road, Cheshire (I-84 Exit 26)
Hamilton Avenue Park & Ride, 524 Hamilton Avenue, Waterbury (I-84 Exit 23)
Public Backed Service Expansions Now Underway!
New Bus Routes Available in New Britain, Berlin, Meriden, Plainville, Southington, and Stamford
When the public talks, CT transit listens.
In March of this year, the Connecticut Department of Transportation implemented new bus routes, now serving communities in New Britain, Berlin, Meriden, Plainville, Southington, and Stamford. These new bus routes will bolster connectivity and amplify coverage throughout central Connecticut.
“Public transit is more than just a mode of transportation; it is a lifeline that connects individuals to career opportunities, businesses to customers, and communities to growth,” said General Manager of CT transit, Thomas Stringer. “A robust public transportation system is essential for driving economic impact and supporting local businesses.”
But wait, there’s more!
This service expansion is just the beginning of a series of upcoming expansions, totaling more than $18 million, proposed by Governor Ned Lamont and supported by local legislature. These new routes will provide greater access to a broader range of employment centers and career opportunities across the region, ultimately enhancing residents' career prospects and improving their quality of life.
“This major bus service expansion is the latest effort to connect customers with critical jobs, housing, and services while expanding opportunities for Transit Oriented Development (TOD)—allowing people to live and commute with ease,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Deputy Commissioner Karen Kitsis. “CTDOT is grateful for the support of Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut General Assembly, which responded to customer needs by investing in the expansion of our transit system.”
These new routes were, in part, discovered through feedback from community members, frontline transit workers, and key government officials.
Public Service by the Numbers:
- 4,300 community members surveyed online
- 36 community events across Connecticut
- 29 interviews with transit providers, councils of government, and transit district reps
- 10 customer focus groups
CTDOT’s Customer Experience (CX) Action Plan team gathered this wealth of responses. Based on insights from those we serve, they lead the initiative to develop public transportation innovations throughout the state. This energized team will continue responding to the needs of the people—the customers and supporters of public transit—and propose new paths forward.
Pictured left to right: Samaia Hernandez, Alicia Leite, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, Lisa Rivers, and Karen Kitsis.
“As Connecticut works to be a leader in delivering major new transit investments, including CTfastrak and CTrail Hartford Line, we recognize the support and input of our transit providers and customers across Connecticut,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Public Transportation Bureau Chief Benjamin Limmer. “We look forward to launching new transportation services in communities across Connecticut in the months ahead.”
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