Regional Rail Explorer
Plan a trip on a frequent, electrified Regional Rail network for Greater Boston.
What is Regional Rail?
TransitMatters' plan imagines an MBTA Commuter Rail network that is:
Frequent
Trains come at predictable intervals at least twice an hour, all day. Near Boston, the system approaches subway frequencies. No need to check a schedule — just show up and go.
Electrified
Modern trains reach top speed quickly, instantly shaving time off your commute. No more delays or canceled trips caused by faulty diesel trains. Ready for a carbon-neutral world.
Integrated
Completely accessible stations serve the heart of Greater Boston's most walkable communities. Regional Rail trains don't cost more to ride than the subway or the bus.
Ready to take a ride?
See the difference with one of these trips, or choose your own.
from Waltham
to Back Bay
Depart at 8:40 AM on a weekday
from Lansdowne
to Oak Grove
Depart at 9:00 PM on a Saturday
from Lynn
to Charles/MGH
Arrive by 3:15 PM on a weekday
from Uphams Corner
to Salem
Depart at 12:00 PM on a Sunday
from South Station
to Wellesley Square
Depart at 10:15 AM on a weekday