Non-DAV van services
Many localities in the region provide other van services to Veterans.
Shuttle services
- On campus parking shuttles are available weekdays (except federal holidays) during normal business hours.
- A shuttle between the Newington and West Haven campuses leaves the Newington campus at 10 a.m. (arrives at 11 a.m.). The shuttle departs West Haven for Newington at 12:30 p.m. (arrives at 1:30 p.m.) and 5 p.m. (arrives at 6 p.m.)
Local transportation services
DAV Vans
Hours: Individual van schedules vary
We work with Disabled American Veterans and contracted vendors to provide transportation for Veterans and authorized caregivers to get to scheduled medical appointments.
Arrange a ride
DAV Coordinator: Peter
Location: VA West Haven
Phone: (860) 666-6951 ext. 3575
Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
DAV Coordinator: Don Davis
Location: VA Newington
Phone: (860) 666-6951 ext. 6397
Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Shuttle services
Please note that arrival times may vary depending on weather and/or traffic.
Leeds to West Haven (via Springfield and Newington)
Departs Leeds at 7:30 a.m. Arrives in Springfield at 8 a.m.
Arrives in Newington at 9 a.m.
Arrives in West Haven at 10 a.m.
Departs West Haven at 2 p.m. Arrives in Leeds at 4:30pm
Please call at least 48 hours prior to your appointment to reserve your seat.
Travel Clerk: (203) 932-5711 ext.3298/7498/6615
Local transportation services
Beneficiary Travel
Beneficiary travel benefits include round-trip transportation from your home to the medical center, mileage reimbursement, or special mode transport.
You can also contact your local Beneficiary Travel Department at (203) 932-5711 ext.3298/7498/6615 for more information.
Not Eligible for Beneficiary Travel?
If you’re not eligible for Beneficiary Travel but need a ride to an appointment, we may be able to help using our local Van Service or shuttles. Please contact us at (203) 932-5711 ext.3298/7498/6615 for more information.
Find out if you qualify for beneficiary travel benefits
