News
May 14, 2021
Reminder: Face Coverings Are Required on MBTA Vehicles, Stations, Platforms
Federal and state regulations continue to require face coverings while riding MBTA vehicles and within the MBTA system, including for those who have been fully vaccinated.
May 13, 2021
Upcoming Fare Transformation Virtual Public Meetings
Two virtual meetings will take place on May 25 at 6 PM and May 27 at 6 PM about future changes to MBTA fare rules.
May 11, 2021
The project pauses May 10-16 for Boston University Commencement and resumes on May 17.
May 10, 2021
Youth Pass and Express Bus fare changes go into effect on July 1, 2021. More information can be found at mbta.com/2021FareChanges.
April 30, 2021
Reminder: Face Coverings Continue to Be Required on MBTA Vehicles, Stations, Platforms
While the CDC and the Commonwealth’s guidance relax the need for face coverings in some settings for vaccinated individuals, face coverings are still required while riding the MBTA, including at outdoor bus stops and all outdoor platforms for the Commuter Rail, subway, and trolley systems.
April 27, 2021
MBTA Control Board Commits to Funding The Transit Priority Group as part of the FY22 Budget
With steadfast support from the Barr Foundation, the MBTA has worked closely with MassDOT and municipal partners to deliver over 13 miles of bus lanes and activate transit signal priority at 64 locations in six cities.
April 26, 2021
New MBTA Ferry Schedules Take Effect May 22
Hingham direct ferry service, Hingham/Hull weekend service, and Charlestown ferry service will resume. Weekday Hingham/Hull ferry service will continue with limited trips to Logan Airport.
April 15, 2021
This collaborative effort among the City of Lynn, MassDOT, and the MBTA aims to improve bus speed and reliability for Bus Routes 455 and 426/426W, benefiting nearly 3,000 bus riders daily, as a part of MassDOT’s Shared Streets and Spaces Grant and the region’s COVID-19 transportation response.
April 12, 2021
More information on the Youth Pass and Express Bus proposals can be found at mbta.com/2021FareChanges.
April 8, 2021
Public Hearing on Fare Evasion Regulations on April 15
This virtual public hearing is being held to hear feedback from riders and stakeholders regarding proposed Fare Evasion Regulations 703 CMR 5.00 to decrease fine levels associated with fare evasion on the MBTA.