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860 area code

Where the 860 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 860 number from anywhere.

CoversBristol, ConnecticutTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 860 area code is in Bristol, Connecticut, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 860 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateConnecticut
Main areaBristol
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since06-Apr-1995

The 860 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Bristol, Connecticut. It has been in service since 06-Apr-1995 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 860 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

860203959

How to dial a 860 number

From abroad+1 860 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 860 555-0123
Locally (same area)860 555-0123

Cities in the 860 area code

A 860 number is usually in one of these places in Connecticut — 3 counties.

Bristol HartfordEast Hartford HartfordManchester HartfordMiddletown MiddlesexNew Britain HartfordNew London New LondonNewington HartfordNorwich New LondonWest Hartford HartfordWest TorringtonWethersfield Hartford

Other Connecticut area codes

203475959

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 860 area code?

The 860 area code is in Bristol, Connecticut, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 860 an overlay area code?

Yes. 860 overlays the same region as 203, 959, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 860?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 860 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 860, then the number: +1 860 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 860 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 860

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 799 prefixes are in use in 860, shared by 24 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Southern New England Telco Dba Frontier Comm Of Ct32541%
Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC638%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless608%
Teleport Communications America, LLC567%
Paetec Itel, LLC506%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC446%

Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.

Complaints about 860 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
702
Recorded messages or robocalls
74%
Rank among area codes
#105 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (368)
Dropped call or no message (84)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (59)

Period Aug 26 – Sep 24, 2026. These are the numbers shown on the caller ID of the reported calls; many are spoofed and do not belong to the real caller.

Source: US Federal Trade Commission, Do Not Call reported calls data (daily files).

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