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:
Hours: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
DAV Coordinator: Don Davis
Location: VA Newington
Phone:
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: /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 /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 /7498/6615 for more information.