Getting Around
Walking around the downtown area is possible and pleasant in Hartford, although visitors also have the option of taking the Dash Shuttle, a free shuttle service that loops the central business district, making stops near hotels and major attractions. It operates Monday through Friday, 7am to 7pm. CTfastrak is Hartford's newest transportation option, and the buses have free WiFi. CT Transit bus services also operate regularly. Many visitors choose to hire cars, especially if they plan to travel outside of the city. A number of car hire options are available and driving is relatively stress-free in Hartford and the surrounding region. App-based taxi services, such as Uber, are available.
Airports
Bradley Airport
The airport is located 15 miles (24km) north of Hartford.
Bradley Airport (BDL)
Location
The airport is located 15 miles (24km) north of Hartford.Getting to the city
The 30-Bradley Flyer offers a bus service to downtown Hartford, seven days a week. Buses run every 40 minutes and the trip takes half an hour. Rental cars and taxis are available; app-based taxi services, such as Uber, are also available.
Time
GMT -5 (GMT -4 from mid-March to the first Sunday in November).Car rental
Car hire services at the airport include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise, Dollar, Thrifty and National.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are available at the airport.
Facilities
Facilities at Bradley International Airport include restaurants, bars, shops, free WiFi, ATMs, baby-care facilities, business lounges, and a shoe-shine service. An information booth is also located in the terminal.
Parking
The short-term parking lot is within easy walking distance of the terminal; Economy Lot 4 is the cheapest option for a long stay and is connected to the terminal by a free shuttle bus.