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Another year, another MBTA shutdown. This October, service on parts of the Red Line will be shut down for 16 days from Saturday, Oct. 14-Sunday, Oct. 29.
During this time, repairs will be made to 5+ miles of tracks in an effort to alleviate 28 speed restrictions. Teams will also complete other tasks, including painting, repairing lights, and improving accessibility. The shutdown will cost the T an estimated $12.2 million in lost revenue + fees, not including the price tag for the actual repairs.
Impacted tracks
- The Ashmont Branch trains and Mattapan Line trolleys, totaling 11 stations.
Transportation alternatives
- Free shuttle buses will replace train and trolley service south of JFK/UMass Station.
- The shuttles will be wheelchair-accessible + scheduled for every 5-6 minutes for peak hours and every 10-15 minutes at off-peak times.
- Local buses
- Fairmount Commuter Rail Line
