Boston MBTA Adjusts Haverhill Line Service Route

Haverhill Line riders must use Orange Line between North Station and Oak Grove

Haverhill Line Riders to Use Orange Line Subway

Commuter Rail riders on the Haverhill Line will need to use Orange Line subway service for trips between North Station and Oak Grove, transit officials said. The service change affects a key segment of the commuter route, though officials haven't specified when the replacement service begins or how long it'll last. Malden Center won't have service during this period, requiring riders to use alternative stations.

Service Replacement Details

The Orange Line replacement affects the southern portion of the Haverhill Line between Boston's North Station and Oak Grove in Malden. Transit officials said the change is designed to maintain connectivity while commuter rail service is unavailable on this segment. Specific reasons for the service replacement weren't provided by the agency. The Haverhill Line typically serves communities north of Boston, with the affected segment overlapping Orange Line coverage in the urban core and inner suburbs.

Impact on Malden Center Station

Malden Center station will have no service during the replacement period, officials confirmed. The station normally serves as a major transfer point between the Orange Line and Haverhill Line commuter rail. Officials didn't say whether shuttle buses or other alternative transportation will be provided for Malden Center riders. The agency hasn't released information about how many daily riders typically use Malden Center or what percentage of Haverhill Line passengers will be affected by the service change.

Timeline and Implementation

Officials haven't announced when the Orange Line replacement service begins or how long it'll continue. The agency typically provides advance notice before major service changes, but whether riders will receive that notification period wasn't clear from available information. Details about whether the change is related to construction, maintenance, or operational needs weren't provided.

Rider Information and Updates

Haverhill Line riders traveling between North Station and Oak Grove should plan to use Orange Line subway service instead of commuter rail. Those who normally use Malden Center will need to access service at nearby Orange Line stations. Moovit provides real-time updates for MBTA Orange Line and Commuter Rail services to help riders navigate the service changes.