The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is alerting riders that due to track work on the New Canaan Branch Line (NCL), substitute bus service will replace all train service Saturday, November 22 through Sunday, November 23. Normal train service resumes on Monday, November 24 with the 5:30 a.m. train from New Canaan and the 8:16 a.m. train from Stamford.
This work is necessary to support the installation of new track adjacent to the New Canaan Branch Line Track 7 platform currently under construction at Stamford Station. In addition, Metro-North Railroad will remove hazardous trees to help ensure safe train operations and prevent future service disruptions.
The bus schedule can be found here
For real-time service updates and information, customers are encouraged to use the following options:
mta.info – The definitive source for service change information for each line in the MTA system. Customers can find current status on mta.info and upcoming planned service changes using the lookup tool at mta.info/alerts.
TrainTime app – The MTA’s TrainTime app is the essential companion to navigating the commuter rail system. Customers can plan their trip, purchase tickets, check train status, and chat with customer service, all in one app. The app is available in the Apple Store and in Google Play.
Email & Text Alerts – Customers can sign up for email and SMS alerts tailored to their specific commutes and travel times. They can also sign up for MTA newsletters like The Weekender, a weekly newsletter that covers major weekend planned service changes. Customers can sign up mta.info/notify.
Telephone – For customers who prefer to contact the MTA by telephone, information is available by dialing 877-690-5114 from Connecticut or 511 from New York. Those who are deaf or hard of hearing can use their preferred service provider for the free 711 relay to reach the MTA at 511.