Area Code 860 Phone Number
for Your Business
Get a local 860 number for your business in Hartford, CT. Cloud VoIP with SMS, an auto attendant (IVR), and more — starting at $30/ext/mo. No contracts.
What Is Area Code 860?
Area code 860 is a North American telephone area code serving Hartford, Connecticut. It has been in service since August 28, 1995 and operates on Eastern Time. It is part of the 860/959 overlay complex. Businesses operating in the 860 area code region use local numbers to build trust with customers, improve answer rates, and establish a professional local presence.
With Zonitel, you can get a new 860 area code number or port your existing one with guided onboarding — no hardware required. Your team can make and receive calls from any device using the Zonitel mobile app or web portal.
Area Code 860 at a Glance
- Region
- Hartford / New London / Northern CT, Connecticut
- In service
- Since August 28, 1995
- Time zone
- Eastern Time
- Overlay
- Shares its territory with 959; local calls use 10-digit dialing
- History
- Created on August 28, 1995 from area code 203
- Telemarketing hours
- 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time for residential numbers (TCPA, 47 CFR 64.1200(c)(1))
Why Your Business Needs a 860 Local Number
A local number tells customers you're part of the community. People in Hartford are more likely to pick up a call from a 860 number they recognize than from an unfamiliar out-of-area number.
Everything Included With Your 860 Number
Zonitel is not just a phone number — it's a complete cloud business phone system. Every plan includes:
Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 860
What cities use area code 860?
Area code 860 serves the Hartford / New London / Northern CT area of Connecticut. Cities in the 860 region include Hartford, CT.
Is area code 860 an overlay?
Yes. 860 is part of the 860/959 overlay, so new numbers in this region can come from any of those area codes, and local calls require 10-digit dialing.
What time zone is area code 860 in?
Area code 860 is in Eastern Time. Telemarketing calls to residential 860 numbers are limited to 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time under the TCPA (47 CFR 64.1200(c)(1)).
Can I get a 860 number for my business without moving there?
Yes. With Zonitel's cloud VoIP, you can get a 860 area code number regardless of where your business is physically located. This lets you establish a local presence in Hartford without a physical office.
Can I keep my existing 860 number and switch to Zonitel?
Yes. Number porting is free. Porting commonly takes 5–10 business days depending on your current carrier, and your old service stays active until the coordinated cutover.
How much does a 860 business phone number cost?
Zonitel plans start at $30/extension/month plus tax, with no setup fees and no contracts. Your 860 local number is included in the plan.
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