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Please board all outbound Providence/Stoughton Line trains using the temporary outbound platform (Track 3) at Readville until further notice. Started Mon Aug 4
Affected direction: Outbound

Affected stops:
Readville
Orange Line: Service will be suspended between Wellington and Back Bay the weekend of January 10 - 11 for signal system upgrades. Use shuttles between Wellington & North Station. Use the Green Line between North Station & Copley/Back Bay. Starts Sat Jan 10 Until Mon Jan 12
Additional Travel Time:
Riders using the shuttles buses should allow extra time. For example, a rider traveling to Downtown Crossing from Wellington should budget at least an additional 45 minutes of travel in additional to their regular commute.

Commuter Rail Alternatives from the South:
Riders can use the Franklin/Foxboro, Needham, or Providence/Stoughton Lines for fare-free travel between Forest Hills, Ruggles, Back Bay and South Station. Regular fares will apply to travel beyond Forest Hills.

Commuter Rail Alternatives From the North:
Riders can use the Haverhill Line for fare-free travel between Oak Grove, Malden Center, and North Station. Regular fares will apply to travel beyond Oak Grove.

Accessible Vans:
Accessible vans will be available at downtown Orange Line stations between Back Bay and North Station, as well as Copley on the Green Line.

Shuttle Routes:
Accessible shuttles will run two routes, one local servicing all stations between Wellington and North

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Jackson Square: The stairway connecting the Jackson Sq lobby and the south end of the platform is closed until winter 2026. Use the stairway at the north end of the platform. This closure is for the construction of a new stairway and a second elevator. Started Mon Jun 30 2025
Jackson Square: The platform is undergoing renovations to improve safety and accessibility. Sections of the platform are unlevel, which may make it difficult for some riders to board and exit trains. Started Sat Sep 27
Please see station personnel or use a station call box to request assistance.