How many transportation resources are in Connecticut?

Women's Corner tracks 18 transportation resources for women in Connecticut.

Are transportation resources in Connecticut free?

10 of the 18 listed transportation resources in Connecticut are explicitly free or low-cost.

Which cities in Connecticut have transportation resources?

Listings span cities including Hartford, Bridgeport, Middletown, Willimantic, Waterbury.

What are some examples of transportation resources in Connecticut?

Featured entries include CT Transit — Hartford/New Haven/Stamford, Metro-North Railroad — Connecticut, Shore Line East — CT Rail, Greater Bridgeport Transit, Middletown Area Transit (MAT).

Do these listings include phone numbers?

9 of 18 Connecticut transportation listings include phone numbers.

How do I get a free bus pass?

Most transit agencies have reduced or free passes for low-income riders, seniors, students, and people with disabilities — apply through the transit agency directly. TANF and SNAP recipients often qualify for free passes through state Human Services. Domestic violence shelters, job training programs, and recovery programs typically provide transit passes for participants.

Are there free rides to medical appointments?

Yes. Medicaid in every state covers Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) — call your Medicaid managed care plan or state Medicaid office to schedule rides to doctor visits, dialysis, therapy, and pharmacy. American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery and Angel Flight provide free transportation for cancer and serious illness. 211 can find local volunteer driver programs.

Can I get help buying or fixing a car?

Yes — Ways to Work, Modest Needs, Vehicles for Change, and 1-800-Charity-Cars provide low-interest loans or donated vehicles to low-income working parents. Many state TANF programs have car repair funds for parents who need transportation for work. Local United Way 211 has the most current list — funds rotate.

What if I have no transportation to my job?

Tell your American Job Center caseworker — WIOA can fund transportation as a 'supportive service' including bus passes, gas cards, and car repair. SNAP E&T and TANF work programs also pay for transportation. Many employers in low-wage industries (logistics, healthcare) now offer transit stipends or shuttle service from designated pickup points.

Best Transportation in Connecticut — 18 resources

About Transportation for Women

Transportation assistance helps women get to work, court, prenatal appointments, childcare, and DV shelters. Public transit passes are often free or discounted through TANF, Medicaid non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT, which covers rides to all covered medical visits at no cost), and WIC. Many workforce and job training programs include bus passes, and the Ways to Work program funds low-interest car loans for working parents. Domestic violence shelters often coordinate confidential relocation transportation through VAWA-funded programs. In rural areas, dial-a-ride and volunteer driver programs operate through Area Agencies on Aging and community action agencies. This directory includes transit authorities, Medicaid NEMT providers, and car-ownership assistance.

Transportation in Connecticut

Connecticut's Superior Court handles family matters through regional Judicial Districts and Family Support Magistrate Division locations. The Office of Child Support Services runs enforcement under DSS. Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, Bridgeport, and Waterbury are the largest cities. Connecticut Legal Services, Statewide Legal Services, and the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) serve women.

18 Resources

1. CT Transit — Hartford/New Haven/Stamford

CTtransit, operated by the CT Department of Transportation, runs bus routes in Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, Waterbury, Meriden, New Britain, and Bristol divisions. The U-Pass program gives free unlimited rides to CT public-college students. Call 860-522-8101 for schedules and reduced-fare ID applications.

860-522-8101 · 100 Leibert Rd, Hartford, CT 06120 · Service hours vary · Visit Website

2. Metro-North Railroad — Connecticut

Metro-North's New Haven Line connects Connecticut stations from Greenwich to New Haven (plus the Danbury, New Canaan, and Waterbury branches) with Grand Central Terminal in NYC. Reduced fares available for seniors, riders with disabilities, and children. Call 877-690-5114 for schedules.

877-690-5114 · Multiple CT stations · Commuter hours · Visit Website

3. Shore Line East — CT Rail

Shore Line East runs CT Rail commuter trains along the Connecticut shoreline from New Haven through Branford, Old Saybrook, and New London, with peak-hour service to and from NYC via transfer. Reduced fares for seniors and disabled riders. Call 877-287-2457 for schedules.

877-287-2457 · New Haven to New London corridor · Commuter hours · Visit Website

4. Greater Bridgeport Transit

Greater Bridgeport Transit at One Cross Street in Bridgeport operates fixed-route buses across Bridgeport, Fairfield, Stratford, and Trumbull plus ADA paratransit. Reduced-fare ID applications for seniors and people with disabilities are processed at the office. Call 203-366-7070, Mon-Sat 5am-10pm.

203-366-7070 · One Cross St, Bridgeport, CT 06610 · Mon-Sat 5am-10pm · Visit Website

5. Middletown Area Transit (MAT)

Middletown Area Transit runs fixed-route buses in Middletown, Cromwell, Portland, East Hampton, and Middlefield, with ADA paratransit and dial-a-ride for seniors. Call 860-346-0212 between 6am and 7pm Monday-Saturday for trip planning and reduced-fare applications.

860-346-0212 · Middletown, CT 06457 · Mon-Sat 6am-7pm · Visit Website

6. Connecticut Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation — Free

CT's NEMT broker (currently Veyo) arranges free rides to medical appointments for HUSKY (Medicaid)-enrolled women in Connecticut. Call 855-478-7350 at least two business days before an appointment; bring your HUSKY ID and the appointment address.

855-478-7350 · Statewide Service · By Appointment · Visit Website

7. CTrail Hartford Line

The Hartford Line runs commuter and intercity trains between New Haven, Wallingford, Meriden, Berlin, Hartford, Windsor, Windsor Locks, and Springfield MA. Discounts for seniors, students, and 10-trip pass holders. Call 877-287-2457 for schedules and fares.

877-287-2457 · Multiple CT stations · Commuter hours · Visit Website

8. Windham Region Transit District (WRTD)

WRTD at 1060 Main Street in Willimantic provides fixed-route buses and dial-a-ride service across Windham, Mansfield, and surrounding northeastern Connecticut towns. Call 860-456-2223 weekdays 6am to 6pm to plan a trip or apply for a reduced-fare ID.

860-456-2223 · 1060 Main St, Willimantic, CT 06226 · Mon-Fri 6am-6pm · Visit Website

9. Waterbury Bus Service

CTtransit Waterbury operates fixed-route bus service in Waterbury, Naugatuck, Wolcott, and Watertown, plus ADA paratransit. Call 203-753-2538 between 6am and 8pm Monday-Saturday for schedules, route changes, and reduced-fare applications.

203-753-2538 · Waterbury, CT 06702 · Mon-Sat 6am-8pm · Visit Website

10. Amtrak — Free

Amtrak's Northeast Corridor stops at New Haven and Stamford with Acela and Northeast Regional service to Boston, NYC, Philadelphia, and DC. The Vermonter and Hartford Line shuttle serve Hartford, Windsor, and Windsor Locks. Senior, veteran, and child discounts available on most fares.

Nationwide · Online

11. Greyhound — Free

Greyhound serves Connecticut stops in Hartford, New Haven, Bridgeport, Stamford, and Danbury with long-distance bus service to NYC, Boston, and beyond. Lowest fares available with advance purchase at greyhound.com; tickets cover one carry-on and one checked bag.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. FlixBus / Megabus — Free

FlixBus and Megabus stop in Hartford, New Haven, and Stamford on routes to NYC, Boston, and Washington DC. Fares can start at a few dollars when booked weeks in advance. Both lines offer free WiFi and power outlets on most coaches.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. US Department of Transportation — Free

USDOT publishes federal transit data, ADA accessibility rules that apply to all Connecticut bus and rail systems, and complaint processes for accessibility violations. The site also tracks federal funding flowing to CTDOT for road and transit projects.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. 211 — Transportation Help — Free

Dialing 211 in Connecticut routes to United Way of CT specialists who can refer to medical transportation, gas-card programs run by local Community Action Agencies, and free or discounted rides through senior centers and DV advocacy programs.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

15. Veterans Transportation Service — Free

The VTS at the West Haven VA arranges free rides for eligible Connecticut veterans to medical appointments at the West Haven and Newington VA campuses. Disabled American Veterans also runs a volunteer-driver van program out of West Haven.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

16. Modivcare (Medicaid Transportation) — Free

Modivcare brokers Medicaid NEMT in many states; in Connecticut the current broker is Veyo (now reachable at 855-478-7350). The Modivcare site explains how Medicaid medical transportation works generally and what services are typically covered.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

17. AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety — Free

AAA Foundation publishes free senior-driver evaluation tools and CarFit assessments offered at Connecticut AAA Allied Group offices in cities like West Hartford, Hamden, and Waterbury — useful for older mothers and grandmothers staying behind the wheel longer.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

18. National Aging and Disability Transportation Center — Free

NADTC connects Connecticut seniors and adults with disabilities to transportation options like the CT Department of Aging and Disability Services rides program, Area Agency on Aging escort services, and Independence Northwest mobility-manager services.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many transportation resources are in Connecticut?: Women's Corner tracks 18 transportation resources for women in Connecticut.
Are transportation resources in Connecticut free?: 10 of the 18 listed transportation resources in Connecticut are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Connecticut have transportation resources?: Listings span cities including Hartford, Bridgeport, Middletown, Willimantic, Waterbury.
What are some examples of transportation resources in Connecticut?: Featured entries include CT Transit — Hartford/New Haven/Stamford, Metro-North Railroad — Connecticut, Shore Line East — CT Rail, Greater Bridgeport Transit, Middletown Area Transit (MAT).
Do these listings include phone numbers?: 9 of 18 Connecticut transportation listings include phone numbers.
How do I get a free bus pass?: Most transit agencies have reduced or free passes for low-income riders, seniors, students, and people with disabilities — apply through the transit agency directly. TANF and SNAP recipients often qualify for free passes through state Human Services. Domestic violence shelters, job training programs, and recovery programs typically provide transit passes for participants.
Are there free rides to medical appointments?: Yes. Medicaid in every state covers Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) — call your Medicaid managed care plan or state Medicaid office to schedule rides to doctor visits, dialysis, therapy, and pharmacy. American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery and Angel Flight provide free transportation for cancer and serious illness. 211 can find local volunteer driver programs.
Can I get help buying or fixing a car?: Yes — Ways to Work, Modest Needs, Vehicles for Change, and 1-800-Charity-Cars provide low-interest loans or donated vehicles to low-income working parents. Many state TANF programs have car repair funds for parents who need transportation for work. Local United Way 211 has the most current list — funds rotate.
What if I have no transportation to my job?: Tell your American Job Center caseworker — WIOA can fund transportation as a 'supportive service' including bus passes, gas cards, and car repair. SNAP E&T and TANF work programs also pay for transportation. Many employers in low-wage industries (logistics, healthcare) now offer transit stipends or shuttle service from designated pickup points.