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NEWS AND NOTICES

Updates on What's Going on at CTrail Shore Line East



Thanksgiving Holiday Service Update

11/13/2025 in Uncategorized

We’d like to share our service plan for the Thanksgiving holiday period.

CTrail Shore Line East will operate on a weekend schedule on Thursday, November 27.

Please note that on Wednesday, November 26, the 1638 thru-train will originate in New Haven but will not operate on the Metro-North portion of its route.

Additional Travel Information

  • Amtrak: Most Amtrak trains are projected to sell out and will not accept CTrail tickets. If you plan to travel on an Amtrak train, purchase your tickets in advance through Amtrak.com, the Amtrak app, or an Amtrak ticket agent.
  • Connections: If you are connecting to another service, you should check with that operator, as they may have a modified holiday schedule.
  • Trip Planning: Please note that third-party trip planning services may not reflect our most recent schedule updates. Always plan your travel using the official CTrail Shore Line East website at ShoreLineEast.com.

Visit shorelineeast.com/schedules for schedule details.

Remember to review your preferences on our alerts page to ensure you receive the most up-to-date travel information. Preferences may need to be updated after each schedule change.



Labor Day Schedule Update

08/28/2025 in Uncategorized

In observance of Labor Day, CTrail Shore Line East will operate on a weekend schedule on Monday, September 1, 2025. 

Visit ShoreLineEast.com/schedules/ for schedule details.

If you are connecting to another service, we recommend checking directly with the respective operator, as they may have modified schedules during this time.

Remember to review your preferences on our alerts page to ensure you receive the most up-to-date travel information. Preferences may need to be updated after each schedule change.



New Fares Take Effect September 1

08/19/2025

Starting September 1, 2025, CTrail Shore Line East, CTrail Hartford Line, and Metro-North Railroad services in Connecticut will experience a 5% fare increase.

This change resulted from the biennial state budget adopted in June, which created a funding gap for rail services. Instead of reducing the number of trains, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is adjusting fares to help maintain your current level of service.

Fares are an essential source of revenue that support safe, reliable rail operations and help cover rising costs.

You can view the updated fares here: ShoreLineEast.com/tickets-and-fares/fares/



Weekend Schedule Updates: July 26 – 27 and August 2-3

07/21/2025 in Uncategorized

As part of ongoing efforts to improve your travel experience, essential track work is scheduled over the weekends of July 26-27 and August 2-3. This work will result in schedule adjustments and track changes at multiple stations

Here’s what riders need to know: 

Schedule Adjustments: 

  • CTrail 3637 will depart New London at 12:27 p.m.
  • CTrail 3645 will depart New London at 2:22 p.m.
  • CTrail 3610 will depart New Haven at 10:35 a.m.
  • CTrail 3618 will depart New Haven at 1:04 p.m. 
  • CTrail 3034 will depart New Haven at 4:09 p.m.  
  • During this period, Metro-North 6539 will be the connecting train for CTrail 3637

Track Changes: 

  • On July 26–27, all trains will board on Track 2 in Branford.
  • On August 2–3, all trains will board on Track 1 in Branford

These schedule adjustments are part of rail infrastructure upgrades designed to improve reliability, comfort, and overall service for riders.

Options to plan your trip: 

  • Use the online trip planner, 
  • Refer to the interactive schedule at ShoreLineEast.com/schedules. 
  • View the updated schedule as a PDF

 We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to enhance your travel experience.

Remember to review your preferences on our alerts page to ensure you receive the most up-to-date travel information. Preferences may need to be updated after each schedule change.