MBTA
402 transit routes in Boston. Browse routes and schedules and plan trips on MBTA in the CityTransit app.
- Routes
- 402
- Stops
- 7,878
- Modes
- Subway and Rail and Bus
MBTA at a glance
- Serves
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Modes
- Subway and Rail and Bus
- Service hours
- 6:03 AM to 12:16 AM (next day)
- Wheelchair accessible stops
- 97%
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Schedule valid through
- Dec 13, 2026
- Data last updated
- Nov 10, 2026
- Official website
- mbta.com
Busiest MBTA routes
- OL Orange Line
- D Green Line D
- RL Red Line
- BL Blue Line
- E Green Line E
About MBTA
MBTA is a public transportation provider that serves the Boston area. MBTA operates the following transit modes across the Boston area: Subway and Rail and Bus. In total, MBTA operates 402 routes and serves 7,878 stops or stations in the Boston area. Line schedules (timetables, itineraries, service hours) and departure and arrival times are updated in the app in real time.
MBTA routes
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MBTA Subway · 3 routes
MBTA Rail · 13 routes
MBTA Bus · 386 routes
MBTA: frequently asked questions
How many routes does MBTA operate?
MBTA operates 402 transit routes and serves 7,878 stops or stations in Boston.
What are the MBTA service hours?
Most MBTA service runs from about 6:03 AM to 12:16 AM (next day). Hours differ by route and day, so open a route in the app for exact times.
What are the busiest MBTA routes?
By scheduled trips, the busiest MBTA routes are OL Orange Line, D Green Line D, RL Red Line, BL Blue Line, E Green Line E.
Is MBTA wheelchair accessible?
97% of MBTA stops are marked wheelchair accessible in the agency's schedule data. Check the stop in the app before you travel.
How do I contact MBTA?
Website: https://www.mbta.com. Phone: 617-222-3200.
How do I see MBTA schedules and next departures?
Download the free CityTransit app for iPhone or Android, choose Boston, then pick MBTA to browse routes and timetables.
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MBTA service updates
Check the CityTransit app for MBTA schedule changes, route changes, stop changes and other service updates.
MBTA fares
Prices of different ticket types may change. Check the CityTransit app for fares on individual lines, and visit MBTA's official site for ride fares and tickets.
MBTA schedules
Looking for a specific MBTA transit schedule? All MBTA lines and schedules in Boston are in the CityTransit app, with step-by-step navigation.
MBTA contact
- Website: https://www.mbta.com
- Phone: 617-222-3200
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