Wachusett Mountain

Wachusett Mountain covered in snow (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 Wednesdays, 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.

The ski train service generally runs through March.

Weekend Ski Train

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

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 Boston on the Ski Train is just $23, and kids 11 and under ride for free!

Through June 30, 2019, take advantage of special $10 weekend tickets.

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