REMINDER: Orange Line Service Suspended Between North Station and Oak Grove Night of May 9 and Every Day Through May 18

This notice serves as a reminder of the upcoming Orange Line closure previously announced on April 16.

The MBTA is today reminding riders that Orange Line service will be suspended between North Station and Oak Grove beginning at approximately 8:30 PM on Friday, May 9, and continuing every day for the following nine days, May 10 - 18.  

Riders can find complete information at mbta.com/PlannedWork. More information on these service changes and alternate travel options is below: 

• Free and accessible shuttle buses will make all stops between North Station and Oak Grove.
  
  • Riders using shuttle buses should budget ample extra travel time. For example, a rider traveling to Downtown Crossing from Oak Grove should budget an additional 45 - 60 minutes of travel time in addition to their regular commute.
    
• Express shuttle buses will also serve Oak Grove, Malden Center, and North Station.
  
• Accessible van service will be available on weekdays during this service change, directly serving all Orange Line stations between Oak Grove and North Station. Please see onsite personnel to request the accessible van.
  
• Riders are strongly encouraged to consider the Haverhill Commuter Rail Line for fare-free service to and from Oak Grove, Malden Center, and North Station. Regular fares should be purchased beyond Oak Grove.
  
  • Travel time between Oak Grove and North Station on the Haverhill Line is approximately 20 minutes.

The service change is in place to support MassDOT's Maffa Way/Mystic Avenue Bridge Superstructure Replacements project, which will replace the two deteriorated bridge superstructures and improve bicycle, pedestrian, and transit facilities.

More information is also available through in-station signage and public announcements. Transit Ambassadors and MBTA staff will be available on-site to offer information and assistance during these service changes. Riders are encouraged to subscribe to T-Alerts or to follow the MBTA on X @MBTA for up-to-date service information.