TransportAzumah launches Waterbury bus service to NYC and Boston

TransportAzumah will begin four daily bus trips between Waterbury, Connecticut, and New York City and Boston on July 31, 2026, offering an alternative while the Waterbury Branch is closed for station upgrades. The service aims to cut travel time, add late-night options for events, and connect riders to transit hubs in Washington Heights and Boston’s Back Bay.

Why it matters: - The new service gives Waterbury residents a faster bus option to New York City while the Waterbury Branch remains shut down for station upgrades. - TransportAzumah is also adding Boston service, expanding travel options from Waterbury beyond the rail line. - The schedule is built to support nightlife and sports trips with later return times.

What happened: - TransportAzumah said it will start four daily trips between Waterbury, Connecticut, and New York City, and four daily trips between Waterbury and Boston on Friday, July 31, 2026. - The company said direct Waterbury-to-NYC travel will take about 2 hours each way. - Waterbury pickup will be in front of the Metro-North station. - The New York stop will be at the George Washington Bridge Bus Station in Washington Heights, Gate 4. - The Boston stop will be in Back Bay, near Back Bay train station and other transit options.

The details: - Waterbury to New York City departures are scheduled for 2:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM. - New York City to Waterbury departures are scheduled for 12:30 AM, 7:00 AM, 11:30 AM and 5:30 PM. - Waterbury to Boston departures are scheduled for 1:45 AM, 8:45 AM, 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM. - Boston to Waterbury departures are scheduled for 8:45 AM, 12:45 PM, 5:45 PM and 11:45 PM. - The George Washington Bridge Bus Station connects directly to the A express subway at 175 Street. - The subway connection can reach Midtown in less than 20 minutes. - The bus station has an indoor climate-controlled waiting room for 125 people. - TransportAzumah said the station location avoids Midtown traffic jams. - TransportAzumah buses require a reservation made online. - Riders can reschedule or cancel up to 48 hours before departure and receive a refund to the card used for payment. - Service is also being provided from Danbury to New York City and Boston.

Between the lines: - The routing appears designed to compete with shuttle bus service by offering direct city access, airport-style transit connections and schedule flexibility. - The late-night departures suggest TransportAzumah is targeting event travel as well as standard commuter demand.

What's next: - TransportAzumah is set to begin service on July 31, 2026. - Riders can book through the company’s website. - More information is available on the company’s Facebook page.