Newburyport/Rockport Line | Commuter Rail (2024)

FAQs

Is the train running from Newburyport to Boston? ›

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newburyport and arriving at North Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day.

The Newburyport/Rockport Line runs from Boston's North Station to Beverly, where it then splits and continues to both Newburyport and Rockport. Be sure to double-check the schedule to ensure you are on the right line.

Gloucester station is an MBTA Commuter Rail station in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Located off Railroad Avenue and Washington Street in downtown Gloucester, it serves the Rockport branch of the Newburyport/Rockport Line.

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. September 16, 2022. ^ "Entire Newburyport/Rockport Line to Accept Zone 1A Fares July 1 – August 31" (Press release). Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority.

The best way to get from Newburyport MBTA Station to Boston is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $4 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14 - $17 and takes 1h 35m.

The best way to get from Newburyport to North Station (subway) without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $4 - $13.

Is there a fee to enter the Rockport Beach? Yes, there is a $10 daily or $40 annual vehicle parking fee. Residents of Aransas County can purchase annual parking permits with proof of residency at the ACND office for $20 (M-F from 8am to 4:30pm). There is no charge to enter by foot or bicycle.

Subway service is the most frequent, running every 10-15 minutes most of the time. Hours of operation vary, but most bus and train service starts around 5 AM and ends around 1 AM. There is no late-night or overnight train service in Boston, though some bus service starts as early (or as late!) as 3:30 AM.

There are restrooms on Commuter Rail trains, and they are accessible to people with disabilities. They are located at the ends of some cars. Please note that on some trips, the car with a restroom may be closed, but you can ask the conductor for access.

Over 600 metres long, it was built to enable the station to serve two intercity 125 trains at the same time. The city is perhaps best known for the beautiful Gloucester Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece constructed between 1089 and 1499.

What is the difference between the commuter rail and the T in Boston? ›

The T refers to the subway system that primarily serves the urban areas of Boston with multiple lines and underground stations. The commuter rail, on the other hand, is a regional rail system that connects the suburbs and outlying areas to the city, providing transportation for longer distances.

Dedham Corporate Center station (signed as Dedham Corporate Center/128) is an MBTA Commuter Rail station in Dedham, Massachusetts. It serves the Franklin/Foxboro Line, and is located just off exit 28 of Interstate 95/Route 128.

People 65 and older are eligible for reduced MBTA fares with a Senior CharlieCard. People with disabilities and Medicare cardholders are eligible for reduced MBTA fares with a Transportation Access Pass (TAP) CharlieCard.

Use Your CharlieCard on the Commuter Rail

You can use your CharlieCard to pay for travel within Fairmount Line Zone 1A. Tap your CharlieCard at the fare validators on the platform.

Ways to Get to Salem

Salem Station is on the Newburyport/Rockport Line. Trains depart from North Station. A standard one-way ticket costs $8.00, and the ride takes about 30 minutes. Salem Station is on the Newburyport/Rockport Line.

Each Commuter Rail route runs on a set timetable, with service beginning as early as 5 AM and ending as late as 1 AM at some stops. Service is more frequent during peak travel times, Monday – Friday, 7 – 9 AM and 4 – 7 PM. Schedules are adjusted every 3 months to account for service demands.

North Station is a commuter rail and intercity rail terminal station in Boston, Massachusetts. It is served by four MBTA Commuter Rail lines – the Fitchburg Line, Haverhill Line, Lowell Line, and Newburyport/Rockport Line – and the Amtrak Downeaster intercity service.

TD Garden is home to the Boston Celtics and Bruins, as well as many concerts and events throughout the year. It's located just above North Station—a hub for subway, Commuter Rail, and Amtrak service.