Getting Around

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• Electric Vehicles

  EVConnecticut is preparing the state for a rapid and seamless integration of electric vehicles into the market by providing resources and information to owners of electric vehicles (EVs) and by expanding the availability of EV charging stations in Connecticut.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• Long Island Sound Ferry: Bridgeport to Port Jefferson

  Visiting the north side of Long Island? Consider an alternative to driving round trip by crossing the Long Island Sound from Bridgeport, CT to Port Jefferson, NY by ferry. This ferry runs year-round. Reservations are recommended. Learn more about daily schedules, rates, mobile apps and packages. 

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Long Island Sound Ferry: New London to Block Island

  Visiting Block Island, RI? Consider taking the ferry from New London, CT. Reservations are recommended. Learn more about schedules, fares, and parking as well as Block Island accommodations and attractions.

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Long Island Sound Ferry: New London to Orient Point

  Visiting the east end of Long Island? Consider an alternative to driving round trip by crossing the Long Island Sound from New London, CT to Orient Point, NY by ferry. This ferry runs year-round. Reservations are recommended. Learn more about daily schedules, fares, and promotions. 

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Major Project Updates

  View an updated list of the major construction projects occurring throughout the state. 

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• New Haven Line (Metro-North)

  Metro-North’s New Haven Line (NHL) provides rail service from New Haven, CT west to Grand Central Station in New York City. There are several branches feeding the NHL in Connecticut: Waterbury, Danbury, and New Canaan. Research service status, schedules, fares and maps as well as download a mobile app.

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)

  Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) is an important benefit for Medicaid members who need to get to and from Medicaid-covered medical services but have no means of transportation.

  Agency: Department of Social Services

• Paratransit - ADA Bus Services

  Paratransit van service is available in all areas of the state with local fixed bus routes for residents with disabilities who are unable to ride the local buses. Find telephone numbers and website links to area providers.

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Park and Ride Lots

  Park and Ride lots exist throughout Connecticut and provide commuters a place to connect with a vanpool, carpool, bus or train, thus avoiding traffic and saving on fuel and vehicle expenses. Find a lot along your route by searching a listing of locations organized by municipality.

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Planes and Airports

  The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is dedicated to upgrading and overseeing Bradley International Airport and the state's five general aviation airports, CAA works to promote the airports to investors and airlines.

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Report a Pothole: Local Roads

  Report potholes on local roads to municipal representatives through your individual town or city website.

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Report a Pothole: State Roads

  Notify the Department of Transportation (DOT) of potholes on State roads using the electronic submittal form. State roads include the interstates, parkways, expressways, and other major roadways maintained by the agency.

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Rest Areas and Service Stations

  Rest Areas are provided at various points along Interstates 84, 91, and 95 for the weary Connecticut traveler to avoid driving while fatigued. Additionally, service stations with amenities to refuel the vehicle and the body, such as Subway, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, convenience stores and other vendors are also provided on I-95 and Route 15.

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Road Projects Scheduled for Advertising

  The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) tentative list of the projects that are scheduled for advertising. This list is updated monthly and covers projects anticipated to have a year or longer timeframe.

  Agency: Department of Transportation

• Safe Routes to School

  The Connecticut Safe Routes to School Program, through technical assistance and safety education, helps communities educate, encourage and improve options for K-8 graders to walk and bicycle to school. Find events, opportunities and resources to encourage and educate our younger population.

  Agency: Department of Transportation