Boston MBTA Adjusts Stops for Hospital Build

MBTA stop 1521 relocates March 16, 2026 for Dana-Farber hospital construction through 2031

Boston MBTA Stop Moves for Hospital Build

Riders using MBTA stop 1521 and the LMA Shuttle near Boston's Longwood Medical Area will need to adjust their routines starting March 16, 2026. The transit stops at 435 Brookline Avenue will relocate farther up Brookline Avenue alongside the Rosenberg building, transit officials said. The changes are part of construction on Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's future cancer hospital at One Joslin Place, a project that'll continue through 2031.

Construction Affects Multiple Transit Routes

The hospital construction project is part of the Dana-Farber Beth Israel Deaconess Cancer Collaboration, officials said. The five-year construction timeline requires significant changes to the area's transportation infrastructure to maintain access to BIDMC and surrounding medical facilities. Transit agencies typically relocate stops during major construction projects to balance rider access with construction safety requirements. Officials said patient safety and easy access to medical facilities remain top priorities throughout the construction period.

Roads Close, Traffic Patterns Change

Starting March 16, 2026, Joslin Place and Joslin Park will close to all car and pedestrian traffic, with vehicles redirected to nearby streets. Pilgrim Road near the construction site will have directional changes, officials said. The project also affects sidewalks and bike lanes throughout the area. Site preparation work runs from March 2026 to November 2026, followed by foundation work through December 2029. Building structure work is scheduled from April 2028 to October 2029, with interior construction continuing through November 2030.

Five-Year Timeline Through 2031

Construction completion is scheduled for Fall 2030, with the new cancer hospital ready to welcome its first patient in 2031. Officials said they'll post regular updates throughout the construction period. Clear directional signage will be provided to help guide people through the changing traffic patterns and maintain safe access for patients, staff, and visitors to the medical area.

Riders Should Plan for Longer Walks

Transit riders heading to medical appointments or work in the Longwood Medical Area should expect to walk slightly farther to reach the relocated bus stops. Officials haven't specified the exact distance of the stop relocation. The area serves thousands of daily riders accessing one of Boston's largest medical districts. Moovit provides real-time updates for MBTA routes and can help riders navigate the relocated stops during the construction period.