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Hartford Line Improvement Program

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Benefits

Increased passenger rail service on the Hartford Line corridor provides important transportation, economic development and environmental benefits for local communities and the entire region. By linking cities and towns in the area with expanded passenger rail service, the Hartford Line Rail Program strengthens access to major employments centers and urban hubs across New England. It offers connections with existing services like Metro-North, Shoreline East, and Amtrak, creating a robust multimodal transportation network that supports both local commuting and long-distance travel.


The Hartford Line Rail Program has also made significant environmental and infrastructure improvements along the corridor through critical upgrades such as double tracking, new station construction, and signal modernization. These enhancements not only improve service reliability and safety but also reduce vehicular traffic and emissions by offering a viable alternative to highway travel. The rail line serves as a gateway to New England, supporting future expansions into Vermont and Massachusetts, and reinforcing Connecticut’s leadership in sustainable transportation planning and strengthening the state’s position within the broader Northeast rail system.
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Providing Local and Regional Connections

  • Connects with CTfastrak and regional rail services including Metro-North, Shore Line East, and Amtrak
  • Service to both Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station in New York City
  • Direct bus connection to Bradley International Airport
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Catalyst for TOD

  • Encourage compact, mixed-use development within ¼ mile of stations that provide places to live, work and play within a convenient walk to transit
  • Enhance quality of life while reducing dependence on automobiles
  • Develop new opportunities for businesses to access expanded markets
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Energy Savings

  • New stations in Berlin, Meriden, and Wallingford
  • Planned new stations in Windsor Locks, Windsor, North Haven, Newington, West Hartford, and Enfield
  • Added double tracking and upgraded grade crossings along corridor
  • Installed interlockings and modern signal systems
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