This year, the construction program includes the New Canaan Branch Line’s replacement of approximately 8,000 ties with a Pandrol fastening system, 1,600 feet of rail, insulated rail joints, and bridge timbers over the Noroton River Bridge remediation of mud spots at several locations reinstatement of drainage along portions of the branch where needed reinstallation new rail anchors as needed and surfacing the entire branch line. The bus schedule is currently being finalized and will be shared in the weeks ahead. We appreciate the patience and understanding of our customers as we enter the final phases of work activity.” We worked with Metro-North to ensure this outage begins after Memorial Day and concludes prior to Labor Day, coinciding with the time commuters and their families are more likely to have summer vacations planned. “We know the importance of this line and have plans to ensure passengers can reach their destination.

“CTDOT has continued to move forward with projects that modernize and improve our state rail systems to bolster efficiency, safety, and overall customer experience,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto.

The track improvements, and bus substitution, will begin Tuesday, May 30, 2023, and is estimated to run through August. Train speeds through this section will increase from 30 miles per hour to 50 miles per hour. When completed, an existing speed restriction in the Stamford area will be eliminated. This necessary work is part of the tie replacement and track upgrades program. The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is alerting riders that due to track improvements on the New Canaan Branch Line this summer, substitute bus service will replace all train service. CTDOT alerts riders that work will require substitute busing for all New Canaan Branch Line customers this summer

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