I-Bus Express Fares
The I-Bus provides a seven day a week interstate express connection between downtown Stamford, CT and White Plains, NY. Note: The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) announced that all public transit buses will be fare-free across Connecticut through March 31, 2023. A previous policy signed by Governor Lamont made buses fare free from April 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022, but that was extended to December 1st in a budget passed by the legislature and signed by the Governor on May 9, 2022. The legislature held a special session on November 28, 2022 which passed a bill to continue the fare free program, this bill was signed by the Governor on November 29th, 2022.
Fare payment is easy with cash, ticket and pass options. Exact Fare Required - Fares Subject to Change. Fareboxes will only accept one ticket or pass per passenger, per transaction.
| Fare Category | Fare |
|---|---|
| One-way Cash | $3.20 |
| Senior / Disabled One-Way Cash Medicare card, state of Connecticut, Westchester County or TOR reduced fare ID required. |
$1.60 |
| Children (Age 4 and Under) Maximum three with each adult |
Free |
| Youth (Age 5-18) | Regular Cash Fare |
| Transfers Issued upon boarding only. I-Bus passengers receive free transfers to connect with CTtransit, Bee-Line, Greenwich Shuttle, and Transport of Rockland routes. Free transfers are valid for unlimited rides on I-Bus Express and local CTtransit buses, going in any direction, for two hours from time issued, until printed time and date of expiration. |
Free |
| 10-Ride Ticket | $28.80 |
|
All-Day Pass |
$6.40 |
| Two (2)-Hour Pass Pass is activated the first time used and is valid for unlimited rides for two (2) hours |
$3.20 |
| 31-Day Pass Unlimited rides on I-Bus Express & all CTtransit bus services for 31 consecutive days |
$108.80 |
I-Bus Express also accepts CTtransit passes, Metro-North UniTickets and transfers from connecting bus services. Additional fare may be required.
The I-Bus Express is a public service of the Connecticut and New York State Departments of Transportation, operated by CTtransit, in cooperation with the Westchester County Department of Transportation and MTA/Metro-North Railroad.
Public Backed Service Expansions Now Underway!
New Bus Routes Available in New Britain, Berlin, Meriden, Plainville, Southington, and Stamford
When the public talks, CT transit listens.
In March of this year, the Connecticut Department of Transportation implemented new bus routes, now serving communities in New Britain, Berlin, Meriden, Plainville, Southington, and Stamford. These new bus routes will bolster connectivity and amplify coverage throughout central Connecticut.
“Public transit is more than just a mode of transportation; it is a lifeline that connects individuals to career opportunities, businesses to customers, and communities to growth,” said General Manager of CT transit, Thomas Stringer. “A robust public transportation system is essential for driving economic impact and supporting local businesses.”
But wait, there’s more!
This service expansion is just the beginning of a series of upcoming expansions, totaling more than $18 million, proposed by Governor Ned Lamont and supported by local legislature. These new routes will provide greater access to a broader range of employment centers and career opportunities across the region, ultimately enhancing residents' career prospects and improving their quality of life.
“This major bus service expansion is the latest effort to connect customers with critical jobs, housing, and services while expanding opportunities for Transit Oriented Development (TOD)—allowing people to live and commute with ease,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Deputy Commissioner Karen Kitsis. “CTDOT is grateful for the support of Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut General Assembly, which responded to customer needs by investing in the expansion of our transit system.”
These new routes were, in part, discovered through feedback from community members, frontline transit workers, and key government officials.
Public Service by the Numbers:
- 4,300 community members surveyed online
- 36 community events across Connecticut
- 29 interviews with transit providers, councils of government, and transit district reps
- 10 customer focus groups
CTDOT’s Customer Experience (CX) Action Plan team gathered this wealth of responses. Based on insights from those we serve, they lead the initiative to develop public transportation innovations throughout the state. This energized team will continue responding to the needs of the people—the customers and supporters of public transit—and propose new paths forward.
“As Connecticut works to be a leader in delivering major new transit investments, including CTfastrak and CTrail Hartford Line, we recognize the support and input of our transit providers and customers across Connecticut,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Public Transportation Bureau Chief Benjamin Limmer. “We look forward to launching new transportation services in communities across Connecticut in the months ahead.”
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