Public transit in Boston
5 transit agencies serve Boston. Browse routes and schedules and plan trips on all of them in one app.
About transit in Boston
The MBTA, known as the T, runs Boston's subway lines (Red, Orange, Blue and Green), buses, commuter rail and ferries.
- Paying your fare
- Pay with a CharlieCard or CharlieTicket, or tap a contactless card or phone.
- Getting to the airport
- The Blue Line's Airport station and the Silver Line serve Logan Airport.
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Boston transit: common questions
Which transit agencies serve Boston?
Boston is served by Brockton Area Transit Authority, Harvard University, Lexpress, Massport, MBTA.
How can I see Boston bus and train times?
Open the CityTransit app, choose Boston, then pick an agency to browse its routes and schedules and plan a trip.
How do I pay for transit in Boston?
Pay with a CharlieCard or CharlieTicket, or tap a contactless card or phone.
How do I get to the airport by transit in Boston?
The Blue Line's Airport station and the Silver Line serve Logan Airport.
What is the best app for Boston transit?
CityTransit is a free app for iPhone and Android for 5 transit agencies in Boston.
What you get in Boston
Live arrivals
See when the next bus, train or streetcar really arrives at your stop.
Service alerts and detours
Know about delays and detours before they affect your trip.
Trip planning and ride tracking
Plan A to B and get told when to leave, board and get off.