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Wachusett Mountain covered in snow (Courtesy of Wachusett Mountain) — Photo courtesy of Wachusett Mountain

Winter Ski Train

Did you know you can take the Commuter Rail to Wachusett Mountain for a day (or night) of skiing?

On Saturdays, and Sundays during ski season, the MBTA runs special trains on the Fitchburg Line from North Station that are equipped with ski and snowboard racks.

Wachusett Mountain also provides a free shuttle from the station to the slopes for designated trains.

Weekend Ski Train

The weekend ski train runs Saturdays and Sundays, starting December 7, 2019.

North Station to Wachusett:

Depart North Station: 8:35 AM
Arrive at Wachusett Station: 10:11 AM
Free shuttle to the mountain

Wachusett to North Station:

Free shuttle to Wachusett Station: 5:15 PM
Depart Wachusett Station: 6:10 PM
Arrive at North Station: 7:41 PM

You’ll need to arrange your own transportation if you miss the shuttles or would like to take a different train. (Taxis and ridesharing services are available.)

Wednesday Ski Train

For those looking to get in a few runs after work, a Wednesday ski train and connecting shuttle will run in the evening, starting January 15, 2020.

North Station to Wachusett:

Depart North Station: 3:30 PM
Arrive at Wachusett Station: 5:10 PM
Free shuttle to the mountain

Wachusett to North Station:

Free shuttle to Wachusett Station: 10 PM
Depart Wachusett Station: 10:35 PM
Arrive at North Station: 12:05 AM

You'll need to arrange your own transportation if you miss the shuttles or would like to take a different train. (Taxis and ridesharing services are available.)

Please note: In rare cases, the ski rack car may not be available for the Wednesday evening trains. If the car is unavailable, the train and shuttle will still run as normal.

Fares

A standard round trip fare from North Station in Boston on the ski train is just $24.50, and kids 11 and under ride for free!

Take advantage of special $10 weekend tickets.

Find your Commuter Rail fare

New to Commuter Rail?

Check out our beginner's guide and learn how to pay your fare, navigate stations, board trains, and plan accessible trips.

Beginner's Guide to the Commuter Rail

Weekend Rail

Commuter Rail train crossing a bridge over a river, with lush greenery

Take unlimited Commuter Rail trips on Saturdays and Sundays for just $10.

Learn more about $10 weekends