June 10, 2020 (From the MBTA website)
Although ridership remains low, the MBTA is preparing to significantly ramp up service across all modes of transportation as part of Phase 2 of the Commonwealth’s reopening plan. On June 22, Commuter Rail service will be increased and ferry service will resume on weekdays.
While passenger volume continues to be just a fraction of pre-pandemic levels, the MBTA will continue to closely monitor ridership and undesirable crowding in excess of recently-adopted thresholds and, when possible, make adjustments.
“As the Commonwealth continues its reopening phases and we begin boosting service for all modes, we will continue to protect the riding public and our workforce through enhanced safety protocols, including cleaning and sanitizing our stations and vehicles,” said MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak. “Thank you to MBTA riders for their patience during these challenging times and for wearing face coverings while using the system. I also want to reiterate my deep appreciation to our frontline workforce, who have come to work every day throughout the pandemic in order to provide essential transit services.”
Customers should continue to make efforts to distance and are reminded that face coverings are required while onboard vehicles and within the MBTA system. The MBTA urges area employers to continue to allow telecommuting and to consider staggered work schedules to promote social distancing on public transit.
Service by individual mode will update according to the following:
Ferry Service
Effective Monday, June 22, limited ferry service to Hingham and Hull will resume on weekdays, to about 75 percent of normal schedules. Weekend ferry service remains suspended. Ferry schedules and more information will be made available soon at mbta.com.
Commuter Rail Service
Effective Monday, June 22, all Commuter Rail Lines will operate increased weekday service, to about 85 percent of normal schedules, with regular midday trains operating and increases in the number of trains during morning and evening peak periods. Commuter Rail schedules are available at mbta.com.
The full MBTA press release can be reviewed here.