Late-night MBTA services commence on Sunday evening, featuring extended operating hours on subway lines and certain bus routes.
MBTA Introduces Late-Night Public Transportation Services
In a bid to enhance nightlife and support businesses operating late hours, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has announced the introduction of extended public transportation services. The new service, set to commence soon, will be available on Fridays and Saturdays on all subway lines, as well as bus routes 1, 22, 39, 66, 110, SL1, SL3, and SL5.
In a move that further expands the late-night service, the MBTA will also introduce extended hours on Sunday. This means that selected subway and bus routes will operate an hour beyond their usual hours. Additional bus routes, including 23, 28, 57, 111, and 116, will also benefit from this extra hour of service every night of the week.
This decision comes after the MBTA's previous attempt at extended weekend service in 2014, which was discontinued less than two years later due to costs and low ridership. However, with renewed interest and support from the community, the MBTA is hopeful that this time around, the service will prove to be a success.
The decision to reintroduce late-night services has garnered support from some T riders, as reported by WBZ-TV earlier in the month. These riders believe that the extended service could significantly improve nightlife in the city, making it easier for people to move around after dark.
The MBTA General Manager, Phillip Eng, has also expressed his support for the extended service, stating that it will aid businesses and people working late by providing a reliable and convenient mode of transportation.
Caitlin Allen-Connelly, associated with the organization "Caitlyn's Vision," has also shown support for the extended service. "Caitlyn's Vision" is an organisation started by a young girl diagnosed with a disease and recognised in a healthcare context by the Suffolk County Legislature, NY. The organisation advocates for better public transportation services, among other things.
With the MBTA's commitment to improving public transportation services, Boston residents and visitors can look forward to a more connected city, even after the sun goes down.
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