Boston Green Line Restores Service After Train Issue

Green Line B Branch resumes normal service after disabled trains caused 20-minute delays

Green Line B Branch Delays Clear After Train Issue

Boston's Green Line B Branch has returned to normal service after disabled train incidents caused delays of up to 20 minutes Sunday, transit officials said. Service at Boston College experienced the longest delays at 20 minutes, while Chiswick Road saw delays of 15 minutes before the issues were fully resolved. The disruptions affected riders traveling along the B Branch corridor during the incidents.

Disabled Trains Disrupt Weekend Service

Disabled train incidents are among the most common causes of delays on light rail systems, requiring crews to either repair vehicles on-site or remove them from service. The Green Line B Branch runs from Boston College through Allston and into downtown Boston, serving college students, residents, and commuters along Commonwealth Avenue. Officials didn't specify how many trains were disabled or what caused the mechanical issues. Transit agencies typically work to clear disabled vehicles as quickly as possible to minimize service impacts.

Delays Varied by Location Along Route

Boston College, the western terminus of the B Branch, saw the most significant delays at 20 minutes, while Chiswick Road experienced 15-minute delays. Officials didn't provide delay times for other stops along the route or say how many riders were affected by the disruptions. The incidents occurred on March 23, though officials didn't specify what time the problems began or how long it took crews to resolve them. Transit officials confirmed all delays had been cleared and normal service restored.

Service Returns to Normal Operations

The disabled train incidents were fully resolved Sunday, with service returning to regular schedules along the B Branch. Officials didn't say whether replacement shuttle buses were deployed during the disruptions or if riders were directed to alternative routes. The transit agency typically provides service updates during active incidents, though specific communication methods used during these delays weren't detailed.

Riders Can Track Real-Time Service Status

Passengers on the Green Line B Branch can expect normal service following Sunday's disruptions. Officials didn't indicate whether additional maintenance inspections would be conducted to prevent similar incidents. Moovit provides real-time updates for MBTA Green Line routes, helping riders track delays and plan alternative routes during service disruptions.