Summary
Accessing and parking at Bradley International Airport is straightforward. Situated in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, Bradley (Airport Code: BDL) caters to the Hartford, Connecticut, and Springfield, Massachusetts regions, making it one of the most convenient airports in the New England region.
Herein are directions, transportation options, and parking details:
Directions to Bradley International Airport
Bradley is situated 12 miles north of Hartford, CT, and 12 miles south of Springfield, MA. GPS Users: Input your destination as Schoephoester Road, Windsor Locks, CT 06096.
From New York City or New Haven and Other Points South: Utilize I-95 North to exit 48 for I-91 North or Route 15 North to exit 17 for I-91 North. Continue on I-91 North to Exit 40, and adhere to airport signage. The drive from New Haven typically takes about one hour, while travel from NYC can range from 2½ to 3 hours, contingent on traffic conditions.
From Providence or New London: Proceed via I-95 South to exit 69 for Route 9 North to I-91 North. Follow I-91 North to Exit 40, then follow the airport signs.
From Brattleboro or Springfield: Navigate via I-91 South to Exit 40, and follow the signs to the airport.
From Boston or Worcester: Take the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90) West to exit 9 (I-84). Continue on I-84 West to exit 61 for I-291 West. Proceed on I-291 West to exit 2B for I-91 North, then take I-91 North to Exit 40 and follow airport signage. The journey from Worcester takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes, while Bradley is about 2 hours from Boston.
From Danbury or Waterbury: Head east on I-84 to exit 51 for I-91 North. Continue on I-91 North to Exit 40, and follow the airport signs.
How to Park at Bradley International Airport
Bradley International Airport provides an array of on-site parking solutions. Airport parking areas offer convenient access to terminals with complimentary shuttle bus services available 24 hours a day throughout the year. Below are essential details regarding parking at Bradley:
- The short-term parking garage is located directly in front of Terminal A and offers the nearest access to the airport. Follow the signs for Arrivals and Parking upon entering Bradley Airport. Rates commence at $3.25 for up to 30 minutes, with a daily maximum rate of $32 applicable after 7 hours as of 2019.
- Bradley features a long-term garage along with additional long-term parking lots situated near the airport. The daily maximum rate at the long-term garage is $28 as of 2019.
- The most economical parking option at Bradley Airport is Economy Lot 4, with an affordable rate of $6 per day. Other long-term parking lots range from $8 to $12 per day.
- To pick up an arriving passenger, turn right onto Light Lane after entering the airport from Route 75, and locate the entrance to the cell phone lot.
- Detailed information about on-site airport parking rates and options can be found on the Bradley International Airport website, along with a parking map.
More Parking Options Near Bradley
Bradley is encircled by numerous private parking facilities offering both valet and self-parking alternatives, in addition to free shuttle services to the airport.
Rental Car Options
The following rental car agencies are available at Bradley: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. Each agency provides complimentary shuttle service to and from their locations and the terminal.
More Ways to Get to Bradley International Airport
- Connecticut Transit operates city buses between downtown Hartford and Bradley International Airport, with the Bradley Flyer (Route #30) scheduling and a route map accessible on the CT Transit website.
- Connecticut Limo offers shuttle bus transportation to Bradley from Bridgeport, Hartford, Meriden, Milford, New Haven, North Haven, and Wallingford.
Insider Tips for Travelers
- Among the private companies providing parking and shuttle services to Bradley, Roncari Express Valet Parking (9 Schoephoster Rd.) is renowned for its quick pick-up from the terminal, being the nearest private lot to the airport.
- When employing a valet service, ensure you leave your keys. Additionally, verify that no keys on the keyring you leave will be required during your travels.
