Harvard Station Busway Improvements
We're improving Harvard Station’s busway, which was last renovated in the 1980s.
The 1,380-foot-long busway has upper (northbound) and lower (southbound) levels. It is the third-busiest stop in the T’s system, serving 16,000 riders a day.
To complete the improvements, we need to shut down one section of the busway at a time, and we may need to change pickup and drop-off locations for certain routes.
Regular service resumed on August 29, 2021. Both busways are now open.
Building a Better T
As part of our $9.6 billion, 5-year capital investment plan, we're renovating stations, modernizing fare collection systems, upgrading services for our buses, subways, and ferries, and improving the accessibility of the entire system.
Why We’re Doing This Work
We are extending the service life of the tunnels to meet the MBTA’s reliability and modernization needs. Work includes:
- Roadway repairs, including fixing ruts and potholes
- New energy efficient, modern lighting
- New signs throughout the busway to meet the latest wayfinding standards
- Accessibility upgrades, including sliding automatic doors to the busway
- New wire, switches and fiberglass supports for the catenary system, the overhead line that powers our trackless trolleys
We’re also working to prevent water intrusion on the busway platform with:
- Wall and roof repairs
- New pumps, including a backup, for better drainage
Service Alerts
Past Events
Contact Information
For all queries and comments related to the Harvard Station Busway Improvements, please contact project manager Lonny Fidalgo at lfidalgo@mbta.com.