Alternative Travel Options During May and June Orange Line and Commuter Rail Closures
Updated on May 24, 12:24 PM
There will be overlapping Orange Line and Commuter Rail closures from May to June.
During the closures, we'll:
- Replace the two deteriorated bridge superstructures and improve bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities as a part of the Maffa Way/Mystic Avenue Bridge Superstructure Replacement Project
- Replace tracks and ties to alleviate speed restrictions and continue lighting repairs, painting, and deep cleaning at Orange Line stations as a part of the MBTA's Track Improvement Plan
Transit Ambassadors and other MBTA personnel will be available to assist riders. We recommend planning for extra travel time.
May 20 – Summer 2024: Haverhill Line Commuter Rail on Weekday Construction Schedule
Alternative Service
The Haverhill Line will operate with limited service on weekdays from May 20 through summer 2024.
- There will be no inbound service to North Wilmington.
- Riders commuting via the Haverhill Line will be rerouted via the Wildcat Line on weekdays 8 AM to 3 PM.
- Riders may take the 137 bus route between Reading and Oak Grove. This route will be free.
May 28 – June 6: No Orange Line Service Between North Station and Back Bay, Shuttles Replace Service Between Wellington and North Station
Alternative Service
Riders who are commuting are strongly encouraged to use the Green Line. The MBTA will increase Green Line service during this time to accommodate high ridership. For riders commuting downtown, the Haverhill Line will be rerouted via the Wildcat Line.
Orange Line: No trains between Wellington and Back Bay.
- Shuttles are available between Wellington and North Station.
- For downtown service near Back Bay, riders can use the Green Line between North Station and Copley (a five-minute walk from Back Bay).
- There will be free fares at Wellington, North Station, and Copley (inbound only) with the fare gates open.
- Riders commuting via the Haverhill Line will be rerouted via the Wildcat Line on weekdays 8 AM to 3 PM.
- There will be no inbound service to North Wilmington station on the Haverhill Line.
- There will be fare-free service to and from Oak Grove, Malden Center, and North Station. Regular fares should be purchased beyond Oak Grove.
- Riders may take the 137 bus route between Reading and Oak Grove. This route will be free.
Shuttle Stop Location
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Questions?
For questions, comments, or complaints about this closure, or to request a reasonable accommodation:
- Call Customer Support at 617-222-3200 (MA Relay 711).
- Share feedback online.
For questions or comments about accessibility, email the Department of System-Wide Accessibility at swa@mbta.com.
June 7 – 9: Shuttles Replace Weekend Service Between Oak Grove and North Station Starting Friday After 8:30 PM
Alternative Service
Orange Line: No trains between Oak Grove and North Station.
- Shuttles are available between Oak Grove and North Station starting Friday after 8:30 PM.
- The Haverhill Line will be free between Oak Grove, Malden, and North Station.
Shuttle Stop Location
June 22 – 30: Shuttles Replace Service Between Wellington and North Station
Alternative Service
Riders who are commuting downtown are strongly encouraged to use the Commuter Rail on the Haverhill Line during this closure. The Commuter Rail will be free between North Station, Malden Center, and Oak Grove.
Orange Line: No trains between Wellington and North Station.
- Shuttles are available between Wellington and North Station.
- The Haverhill Line will be free between Oak Grove, Malden, and North Station.
- Fare gates will remain open at Wellington and North Station to ensure riders do not pay additional fare.