MBTA to Provide Free Service After 8 PM on New Year’s Eve

Holiday schedules are available.

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) today announced that free service on all modes will be available after 8 PM on December 31 through the end of the service day to help support safe celebrations on New Year’s Eve. Full holiday service schedule information is available at mbta.com/holidays.

December 31: Increased New Year’s Eve Service

Subway: All subway lines will operate on a Sunday schedule with increased service after 3 PM.
Buses and The RIDE: Buses and The RIDE will operate on a Sunday schedule.
Ferry: Charlestown ferry services will end at 6 PM.
Commuter Rail: The Commuter Rail will operate on a weekend schedule and provide late-night service with last trains held at North and South Stations until after midnight.
CharlieCard Store: The CharlieCard Store will be closed on the observed December 31, New Year’s Eve Day (and also observed on December 29, 2023).

January 1: New Year’s Day Schedule

Sunday Schedule: All subway lines, buses, and The RIDE will operate on a Sunday schedule.
Weekend Schedule: The Commuter Rail will operate on a weekend schedule.
Closed: All ferry services will not operate and the CharlieCard Store will be closed.