CTfastrak Closes New Britain Guideway for Bridge Work
Bridge construction triggers bus detours and delays between East Street and Downtown New Britain stations.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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CTfastrak closed its guideway between East Street Station and Downtown New Britain Station to allow crews to perform bridge finishing work. The closure is expected to last for two weeks, impacting several bus lines across the city.
Why it matters
This closure is necessary to complete essential infrastructure maintenance on the bridge. The resulting detours and delays affect commuters relying on multiple transit routes throughout the area.
The guideway closure spans two weeks of active construction. Operations were suspended at 4 a.m. to facilitate the bridge finishing work.
The players
CTfastrak
CTfastrak is a bus rapid transit system that serves the Hartford region and provides transportation links between various municipalities.
The details
Routes 101, 102, 128, 923, and 928 are currently operating on detours, while routes 101, 102, 121, 125, 923, and 928 face delays. Buses serving the area are stopping on East Main Street opposite Wilson and Harvard streets to accommodate passengers.
Timeline
October 26, 2026, 4 a.m.: The CTfastrak guideway closed for bridge work.
For the next two weeks: The guideway remains closed 24 hours a day.
Market Landscape
This project follows the national pattern of ongoing maintenance required for aging transit infrastructure under federal funding guidelines. It reflects the broader industrial challenge of upgrading transportation hubs while maintaining continuous service for urban commuters.
Commuters should expect delays on several bus routes throughout the city and plan for adjustments to their daily travel routines. Travelers should utilize the temporary bus stops on East Main Street rather than regular stations while the bridge work continues.
The takeaway
The 24-hour closure requires passengers to stay informed about temporary bus stop locations on East Main Street. Planning for extra commute time over the next two weeks will help mitigate the impact of ongoing transit delays.
Further reading
For more information on transit disruptions, visit New Britain Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NBC Connecticut.
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