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Airport Escalator 410 (Paid mezzanine to Bowdoin platform) unavailable due to maintenance

Kingston Line Train 6016 (8:08 am from Kingston) is operating 10-20 minutes behind schedule between South Weymouth and South Station.

Affected direction: Inbound Affected stops: South Weymouth Braintree Quincy Center JFK/UMass South Station

Route 28 is experiencing delays of up to 20 minutes due to traffic

Newburyport Line Train 5128 (9:07 am from Newburyport) is cancelled due to a mechanical issue. Passengers should consider Train 5136 (11:07 am from Newburyport).

Affected direction: Inbound

Newburyport Line Train 5121 (7:30 am from North Station) is cancelled due to a mechanical issue. Passengers should consider Train 5129 (9:30 am from North Station).

Affected direction: Outbound

Providence Line Train 5815 (6:45 am from South Station) is operating 5-15 minutes late between South Attleboro and Providence.

Affected direction: Outbound

Lowell Line Train 5316 (7:22 am from Lowell) has departed Lowell and is operating 10-20 minutes late due to an earlier mechanical issue.

Affected direction: Inbound

Franklin Line Train 5715 (6:47 am from South Station) is operating 10-20 minutes behind schedule between Morton Street and Forge Park/495.

Affected direction: Outbound Affected stops: Four Corners/Geneva Talbot Avenue Morton Street Blue Hill Avenue Fairmount Readville Endicott Dedham Corporate Center Islington Norwood Depot Norwood Central Windsor Gardens Foxboro Walpole Norfolk Franklin Forge Park/495

Please board all Fairmount Line trains on the inbound platform (Track 2) at Newmarket, Uphams Corner, and Four Corners/Geneva until further notice.

Affected direction: Inbound Affected stops: Newmarket Uphams Corner Four Corners/Geneva

Please board New Bedford Line Train 7005 (6:25 am from South Station) on the inbound platform (Track 2) at Montello today.

Affected direction: Outbound Affected stops: Montello

Route 39 is experiencing delays of up to 20 minutes

Aquarium Escalator 397 (First landing to State Street) unavailable due to maintenance

Beachmont Escalator 379 (Wonderland platform to paid lobby) unavailable due to maintenance

Aquarium Elevator 914 (Bowdoin platform to State Street lobby) unavailable on Wed Dec 17 due to maintenance

To exit, use Aquarium Elevator 923 located at the opposite end of the platform to access the Atlantic Ave lobby. To board, travel west along State St towards Long Wharf, then cross the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Continue to the Aquarium Atlantic Ave entrance and use Aquarium Elevator 925 located on the rear side of the station headhouse.

Fields Corner Elevator 958 (Paid lobby to Ashmont platform) unavailable on Thu Dec 18 due to maintenance

To exit, exit the train at Shawmut, then take an Alewife-bound train to Fields Corner and use Fields Corner Elevator 957. To board, use Fields Corner Elevator 957 to access the Alewife platform. Take an Alewife-bound train to Savin Hill, then transfer to an Ashmont-bound train.

The approach to East Taunton's Parking Lot will have a detour in place from Monday, December 1 to Monday December 8 for MassDOT roadwork on Route 24 at exit 17B and Route 140.

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing it will be performing road work on Route 24 northbound at Exit 17B to Route 140 northbound in Taunton. The work is scheduled for Monday, December 1 to Monday, December 8. Route 24 northbound Exit 17B will be closed 24 hours a day during this time. A detour will be in place. Route 24 Northbound exit 17B detour: Take exit 17A to Route 140 southbound Take exit 19A to Stevens Street Take on-ramp to Route 140 northbound. Appropriate signage and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work area. Drivers traveling through the affected area should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.

South Station Elevator 927 (Alewife platform to Silver Line Drop-off platform) unavailable from Mon Dec 8 through Tue Dec 9 due to maintenance

To exit the Red Line, take nearby South Station Elevator 919 to the Airport/Design Center/Chelsea platform, then use South Station Elevator 918 to access the lobby. To board the Red Line, take South Station Elevator 918 to the Airport/Design Center/Chelsea platform, then use South Station Elevator 919 to access the Alewife platform.

Green Line: No trains between North Station & Babcock St (B), Kenmore (C+D), & Heath St (E) from December 8 - 22. Use buses between Babcock, Kenmore, Heath St (Rt 39) & Copley/Back Bay. Use Orange Line between Back Bay & North Station.

Scope of Work: This is to allow for work on the overhead catenary system, maintenance and upgrades, station brightening, and the continued installation of the Green Line Train Protection System. Travel Time: Riders should allow for ample extra travel time. Rider trip times are expected to be at least 20 minutes longer than usual. Accessibility: Accessible van service will be available for Green Line stops between Copley/Back Bay and North Station. Bus Alternatives: Route 39 Bus will be fare-free. This route runs parallel to the Green Line E Branch Route 57 Bus will be fare-free. This route runs parallel to the Green Line B Branch between Kenmore and Packard's Corner. Commuter Rail Alternatives: Commuter Rail Worcester Line will be free to ride between Lansdowne, Back Bay, and South Station. Regular fares must be purchased for travel past Lansdowne Station. Shuttle Bus Locations: Copley: Westbound Shuttle Stop - Stuart St @ Dartmouth St (Route 501/504 bus stop) Hynes Convention Center: Eastbound & Westbound Shuttle Stop - Commonwealth Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Kenmore: Eastbound Shuttle Stop - 512 Commonwealth Ave Westbound Shuttle Stop - 497 Commonwealth Ave Blandford Street: Eastbound Shuttle Stop - Commonwealth Ave @ Blandford St (Route 57 bus stop) Westbound Shuttle Stop - Commonwealth Ave @ Silber Way (Route 57 bus stop) Boston University East: Eastbound Shuttle Stop - Commonwealth Ave @ Hinsdale St (Route 57 bus stop) Westbound Shuttle Stop - Commonwealth Ave @ Granby St (Route 57 bus stop) Boston University Central: Eastbound and Westbound Shuttle Stops - Commonwealth Ave @ St Mary's St (Route 57 bus stop) Amory Street: Eastbound Shuttle Stop - Commonwealth Ave @ Pleasant St (Route 57 bus stop) Westbound Shuttle Stop - Commonwealth Ave @ Buick St (Route 57 bus stop) Babcock Street: Westbound only Drop Off - Commonwealth Ave @ Babcock St (Route 57 bus stop) Eastbound riders can use the Amory St stop at Commonwealth Ave @ Pleasant St (Route 57 bus stop) Nearby Alternative Rail Service: North Station (Transfer within Station to Orange Line) Haymarket (Transfer within Station to Orange Line.) Government Center (use State, 0.2 mi.) Park Street (use Downtown Crossing, 0.2 mi.) Boylston (use Chinatown, 0.1 mi.) Arlington (use Chinatown, 0.4 mi.) Symphony (use Mass Ave 0.1 mi.) Northeastern University (use Ruggles 0.3 mi) Museum of Fine Arts (use Ruggles 0.3 mi)

Hingham/Hull Change: From 7:40 PM to 11 PM weekdays, from 12/8 - 12/15, ferries from Long Wharf won't service Hingham. Riders can board shuttles at Hull for service to Hingham. Riders to Boston will be bused to the Red Line at Quincy Center or Hull.

Affected trips: 7:40 pm from Long Wharf (North) to Hingham 8:25 pm from Long Wharf (North) to Hingham 8:40 pm from Hingham to Long Wharf (North) 9:15 pm from Hingham to Long Wharf (North) 9:20 pm from Long Wharf (North) to Hingham 9:55 pm from Long Wharf (North) to Hingham

Park Street Escalator 373 (Alewife platform to Tremont Street) unavailable through Fri Dec 12 due to maintenance

The stop at Somerville Ave @ Union Square (inbound) has moved permanently to the intersection of Somerville Ave & Hawkins St, about 350 feet away.

Affected routes: 85 87

North Station Elevator 731 (Passageway to Causeway Street) unavailable from Mon Dec 15 through Tue Dec 16 due to maintenance

To exit, use North Station Elevator 912 located in the lobby to access the corner of Haverhill St and Causeway St. To board, cross Causeway St, and at the corner of Haverhill St and Causeway St, use North Station Elevator 912 to access the lobby.

Ferry Update: There will be no service on Christmas Day, Dec 25; or New Year's Day, Jan 1.

Porter Elevator 983 (Red Line platforms to lobby) unavailable from Mon Dec 15 through Fri Dec 19 due to maintenance

Please use nearby Porter Elevator 987 to access the Red Line platforms or lobby.

Chinatown Elevator 922 (Forest Hills Platform to Boylston St, Washington St) is unavailable through Sun, Jan 11, 2026, while it undergoes major equipment upgrades.

The elevator will be closed for work that will significantly improve its long-term reliability. To Exit: Get off the train at Tufts Medical Center, take an Oak Grove train to Chinatown and use Elevator 876. To Board: Go to the Silver Line SL5 bus stop at Washington St and Essex St. Take an SL5 (Downtown) bus to Tufts Medical Center (stay on bus past the Temple Pl stop). Alternate route: travel 0.2 miles south on Washington St to Tufts Medical Center.

Harvard Escalator 515 (Harvard Square mezzanine to main lobby) unavailable from Thu Dec 11 through Fri Dec 12 due to maintenance

Porter Escalator 505 (Unpaid lobby to street) unavailable due to maintenance

Wonderland Garage parking will be temporarily reduced for lighting upgrades. A limited amount of parking spaces will be available during construction.

Worcester Union Station Elevator 781 (Platform to pedestrian bridge) is temporarily out of service. For ADA access, please use the elevator located inside Union Station.

Beginning November 20, Massachusetts Ave @ Lake St (inbound) is moving approximately 200 ft, to in front of the Capitol Theatre. The temporary stop is located in a right turn lane, but buses are permitted to travel in the lane and continue straight.

Affected routes: 77 350

Amesbury St @ Vassar St (outbound) has moved permanently to Vassar St @ Audrey St.

Affected routes: CT2

The Franklin/Foxboro Line has an emergency Amtrak repair temporary schedule in effect until further notice.

The Franklin/Foxboro Line remains on a temporary construction schedule as Amtrak’s emergency infrastructure repairs will continue beyond October 27th. Construction and service updates for the Franklin/Foxboro, Providence/Stoughton, and Fairmount Lines will be provided as work progresses.

Jackson Square: The platform is undergoing renovations to improve safety and accessibility. Sections of the platform are unlevel, which may make it difficult for some riders to board and exit trains. This work will take place through fall 2025.

Please see station personnel or use a station call box to request assistance.

Government Center Escalator 446 (Blue Line platform to Green Line platform) unavailable due to maintenance

To accommodate Providence Station Renovations, construction barriers have been installed and the Southern stairwell to Track 1 is out of service. Staircase access to Track 3 and Track 5 are now open.

Affected lines: Providence/Stoughton Line Foxboro (Special Events)

Jackson Square: The stairway connecting the Jackson Sq lobby and the south end of the platform is closed until winter 2026. Use the stairway at the north end of the platform. This closure is for the construction of a new stairway and a second elevator.

Construction is ongoing in the Hingham Parking lot and on Shipyard Drive in preparation for the Hingham Ferry Dock upgrades. There is reduced parking in the lot, and portions of Shipyard Drive and driveways to and from the parking lot are affected

Route 429 detoured due to construction. The nearest outbound connections are Lynn Station and Market St @ Liberty St.

Affected direction: Outbound Affected stops: Oxford St @ Washington St Oxford St @ Market St

Routes 71 and 73 are detoured due to construction. The nearest connections are Mt Auburn St @ Mt Auburn Hospital or Mt Auburn St @ Traill St.

Affected stops: Mt Auburn St @ Longfellow Rd (outbound) Mt Auburn St @ Sparks St (outbound) Mt Auburn St opp Sparks St (inbound)

Ruggles Escalator 136 (Orange Line platform to upper lobby) unavailable

Malden Center Escalator 312 (Street level to Commuter Rail platform) unavailable due to maintenance.

South Station Pedal & Park is closed due to construction. Bicycle racks are currently available on Atlantic Ave adjacent to the South Station main entrance.

State Escalator 6 (Oak Grove platform to Old State House lobby) unavailable

The Riverside Ave entrance at Campello Station is currently closed. Passengers may continue to use the Plain St entrance.

Affected lines: Fall River/New Bedford Line

There is no accessible path connecting the inbound and outbound platforms at Wellesley Square Station. The existing path includes steep slopes and is long. Designs are underway to provide for a fully compliant pathway.

There are accessible mini-high platforms at the Western end of both the Track 1 and Track 2 sides. However, the existing pedestrian path between the two sides is long and includes steep slopes, especially on the Crest Road bridge over the tracks. Designs are underway to provide for a fully compliant pathway.

Littleton/Route 495 passengers can expect occasional traffic and detours accessing the station due to the Foster Street reconstruction work.

Scheduled to complete sometime in 2027, the Reconstruction of Foster Street includes widening and resurfacing with the addition of bicycle lanes.

Andrew Escalator 123 (Ashmont/Braintree platform to busway) is unavailable until further notice pending replacement.

Hingham/Hull Ferry: Portions of the Town of Hull parking lot at the Hull ferry terminal are blocked off for sewer pump station construction work through 2025. More information is available at https://www.town.hull.ma.us/

The Upper Parking Lot at Worcester Station is closed with the exception to accessible parking, due to construction.

Oak Grove Escalator 105 (Commuter Rail platform to unpaid lobby) unavailable

Courthouse Escalator 417 (Airport/Design Center platform to south lobby) unavailable due to ongoing construction at the station.

Courthouse Escalator 415 (Airport/Design Center platform to lobby) unavailable due to ongoing construction at the station.

Bowdoin Escalator 125 (Lobby to street) is unavailable until further notice pending replacement.

The escalator will remain out of service for the foreseeable future. This decision was made after a thorough inspection determined that corrosion on the escalator’s steel truss was so severe that it could not be repaired further and that a complete replacement of the escalator would be required. Replacing the escalator at this location requires a more extended unit meeting modern escalator safety requirements. This longer unit will require significant alteration to the station entrance to meet code requirements. The MBTA has currently begun design work to understand what station upgrades will be needed. Due to these complexities, we expect the escalator will remain out of service for a significant time. We recognize the challenges this poses to our riders, and please know we are working to identify a solution as quickly as possible. In the meantime, Government Center Station, which is fully accessible and serves the Blue Line, is under a quarter-mile from Bowdoin Station.

Lynn Parking Garage arcade stairs 1 and 2 are closed until further notice due to structural issues. Customers may exit the garage via elevators to the ground level or by using the south stairs located on the Market street side of the garage.

Vehicular access to the upper 2 levels of the garage is restricted. The garage has sufficient parking capacity to accommodate daily demand.