News
December 2, 2024
When this service suspension is complete, the entire subway system will be free of slow zones. This notice serves as a reminder of the upcoming Green Line closure previously announced on November 15.
November 25, 2024
The MBTA continues to get ready for the Phase 1 launch of Bus Network Redesign. In addition to new signage and information already available onsite, MBTA staff will be in person December 5 – 20 at key bus stops and stations to answer questions from riders.
November 25, 2024
Red Line Now Slow Zone-Free for the First Time in At Least 20 Years
The Red Line is now completely free of all slow zones for the first time in at least 20 years, joining both the Blue and Orange lines as speed restriction-free. The Green Line will be free of its final speed restrictions following upcoming track work in December, making the entire subway system free of speed restrictions.
November 25, 2024
MBTA Celebrates Commitment to Rebuild Newtonville Station
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), along with state and local leaders, celebrated a commitment to rebuild Newtonville Station. The station is to become the first fully ADA accessible Commuter Rail station in Newton.
November 21, 2024
MBTA Launches New Mobile App — “MBTA Go”
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) released its new, official mobile app, MBTA Go, a first of its kind for the organization. This initial release makes an early version available to riders with Apple iPhones. The MBTA plans to release a companion version for Android users in February 2025.
November 15, 2024
December Service Changes: MBTA Continues Repair Work to Improve Reliability Across the System
Service changes are planned on the Green, Fitchburg, Franklin, and Lowell lines. The December Green Line service change is the final service suspension as part of the Track Improvement Program and is expected to lift the last slow zones across all subway lines.
November 14, 2024
Red Line service will be suspended between Harvard and Broadway beginning at approximately 8:30 PM through the end of service on November 17. Red Line service will continue to be suspended between Harvard and Broadway all day and every day November 18 – 23. On November 24, the service suspension will be extended between Harvard and JFK/UMass.
November 13, 2024
The Strategic Plan Update details improvements, ridership growth, and commitment to sustainability.
November 13, 2024
MBTA Announces Return of Subway Line Managers
The new Subway Line Managers will work under the strategic leadership of the Transit Facilities Management team led by MBTA Chief of Stations Dennis Varley to ensure a safe, clean, and rider-focused experience in stations across the system.
November 12, 2024
MBTA Successfully Completes Track Work on Red Line, Removes Five Critical Speed Restrictions
There are only four speed restrictions currently present along the entire subway system.