Boston's Haverhill Station Reopens After Bridge Upgrade
MBTA reopens Haverhill Station June 30 after 10-month closure for bridge work
MBTA Restores Service to Haverhill Station June 30
Commuter Rail service returns to Haverhill Station on Monday, June 30, transit officials said. The MBTA suspended service at the station September 3, 2024, to allow completion of the South Elm Street Bridge project. Riders who've used alternate stations for nearly 10 months can resume boarding at Haverhill.
Bridge Work Required 10-Month Service Suspension
The station closure allowed crews to complete necessary bridge infrastructure improvements, according to the transit agency. Bridge projects are common causes of temporary service disruptions as transit agencies coordinate with municipalities on infrastructure work affecting rail lines. Haverhill Station is one of 17 stops on the Haverhill Line serving communities north of Boston. Officials didn't provide specific details about what bridge improvements were completed or the project's total cost.
Regular Schedule Resumes After Construction
The MBTA announced the service restoration June 25, giving riders five days' notice before the Monday reopening. Officials said passengers should check schedules as service returns to normal operations. The transit agency didn't specify whether any schedule changes will accompany the station's reopening or if service will match pre-closure timetables. Haverhill Line trains serve communities between Boston's North Station and Haverhill, with the line operating as one of the MBTA's longest Commuter Rail routes.
Service Returns Monday Morning
Commuter Rail trains will begin stopping at Haverhill Station with Monday morning service, officials confirmed. The station reopens nearly 10 months after the September closure began. Officials didn't say whether any special preparations or station improvements were made during the closure period beyond the bridge work. The transit agency said it completed coordination with local officials to ensure the station's ready for returning passengers.
Riders Can Resume Regular Commutes
Passengers who've been using alternate stations or transportation during the closure can return to their regular routines starting June 30. Officials encouraged riders to review current schedules before traveling. Moovit provides real-time Commuter Rail updates and schedule information for MBTA Haverhill Line service. The service restoration ends the longest closure period for the station in recent years.
