Encore Boston Harbor
Set to the backdrop of the beautiful Boston Harbor, Encore resort and casino offers luxury accommodations and vibrant nightlife. And while this area of the city sees its fair share of travelers, there are plenty of transportation options from the T and Encore to help you get where you're going—without all the traffic.
Get Picked Up for Free
Encore offers shuttle service and Neighborhood Runners from select T stations. One-way trips are completely free, and you can hop on any time of the day or night.
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Orange Line
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Take the Orange Line to either Wellington Station or Malden Center. The shuttle runs every 30 minutes from 6 AM to 1 AM.
If you’re visiting from outside of Boston, you can get the Orange Line at Back Bay or North Station.
Please note: Ongoing track maintenance along several sections of the Orange Line may impact your route. Be sure to check Orange Line alerts before you leave. -
Silver Line
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Take the SL3 to Chelsea, then transfer to the Encore Neighborhood Runner. The Neighborhood Runner picks up every 30 minutes from 8 AM to 10 PM next to the SL3 stop.
If you're traveling from Boston, you can catch the SL3 at South Station.
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Commuter Rail
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The closest Commuter Rail stop is Chelsea Commuter Rail Station. From there, walk a half-mile to the Chelsea SL3 stop. The Encore Neighborhood Runner picks up every 30 minutes from 8 AM to 10 PM.
Or, take the Commuter Rail to Forest Hills, Ruggles, Back Bay, or North Station, and then transfer to the Orange Line. Get off the Orange Line at Wellington Station or Malden Center to catch a free shuttle to Encore.
The Haverhill Line stops at Malden Center, but please note that it is undergoing track maintenance. Riders going to Malden Center may have to transfer to the Orange Line at North Station or take a bus shuttle. Check Haverhill Line alerts to see if your trip is affected.
Take a Premium Harbor Shuttle Ride
Encore has a fleet of high-end harbor shuttles that run from 4 PM to 9 PM every Thursday and Friday, and 1 PM to 9 PM every Saturday and Sunday.
Trips are complimentary to all customers and run every 30 minutes.
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Blue Line
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Take the Blue Line to Aquarium Station. The harbor shuttle picks up at Long Wharf North.
Visiting Boston?
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Check out our visitor guide
Paying Your Fare
Parking
If you want to avoid traffic, you can park your car outside the city and take the train in. MBTA lot and garage daily rates are between $2 – $9, and overnight parking is available in some areas. You can pay with your phone or a credit card.
