Recycling center in Glastonbury, CT
Glastonbury Transfer Station
2340 New London Turnpike South Glastonbury CT 06073 USA
What's your junk car in Glastonbury actually worth?
Before you haul it to a scrap yard, get a real cash offer in about 2 minutes. Free pickup, any condition, even if it doesn't run. No haggling.
- No-haggle offer held for 7 days
- Free pickup & towing at a scheduled time
- Any condition; no-title purchases may be available by state
- No account or phone calls just to see your number
About this center
Materials accepted & services
Services offered
- Resident trash and recyclables drop-off
- Corrugated cardboard recycling (Green container on-site; Blue residential satellite containers at Town Hall)
- Residential food waste collection (permit required)
- Scrap metal and automotive item disposal
- Electronics recycling
- Textile recycling
- Tire and waste motor oil disposal
- Refuse Disposal Permit issuance (in person)
- Seasonal brush/leaf disposal and periodic household hazardous waste collection events
Areas served
Not accepted
Frequently asked questions
What can I drop off at the Glastonbury Transfer Station?
The station accepts standard materials including trash, recyclables, food waste, leaves and grass clippings, scrap metal, electronics, textiles, automotive items, corrugated cardboard, plastics, paper products, food and beverage containers, rubber tires, aerosol cans, anti-freeze, lead acid batteries, waste motor oil and filters, and wax containers. Applicable fees apply as outlined in the town's Waste Disposal Guidelines.
What are the hours?
The Transfer Station is open Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and closed Sunday and Monday. During Daylight Saving Time, Wednesday hours extend into the evening (to 7:00 PM from March 11 through September 15, 2026, and to 6:00 PM from September 16 through October 28, 2026). The facility is closed on town holidays. Residents are encouraged to visit on weekdays to expedite their trip.
Do I need a permit to use the Transfer Station?
Yes. A Refuse Disposal Permit is required and may be obtained in person at the Transfer Station, the Bulky Waste Facility, or Town Hall during normal operating hours. The residential food waste collection program also requires a permit.
Where do I dispose of paint or household hazardous waste?
Paint and stain are not accepted at the Transfer Station; residents can drop off oil and latex paint for free year-round (5-gallon limit per visit) at Katz Hardware or Sherwin-Williams in Glastonbury through PaintCare. Other household hazardous waste is accepted at scheduled HHW collection events held periodically throughout the year.
Reviews & pricing
Michael Haddock
6 months ago
Very easy to get around everything is well marked out
Shawn Googins
2 years ago
This is one of Glastonbury's must see destinations! An epic arrangement of trash and recycling containers! Use car batteries got it scrap steel copper appliances they got em covered! Way less expensive than those waste pickup bandits! Friendly staff and a great place to say hello to your neighbors!
Mary McLaughlin
4 years ago
Why are we still required to wear masks? We should be following CDC recommendations. We are outside.
Location & directions
Glastonbury Transfer Station
2340 New London Turnpike South Glastonbury CT 06073 USA
Glastonbury, CT
41.675563°N, 72.548771°W
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