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MBTA offering later, free rides for New Year’s Eve revelers

By Frank O'Laughlin, Boston 25 News Staff

Coronavirus Pandemic Causes Climate Of Anxiety And Changing Routines In America BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 29: A view of a red line train pulling into Charles/MGH MBTA station on March 29, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts. Ridership has declined sharply due to coronavirus (COVID19) related school closures and people working from home. In response to the virus the MBTA has reduced service and enhanced cleaning protocols. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) (Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

By Frank O'Laughlin, Boston 25 News Staff

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority is offering free transportation to all New Year’s Eve revelers who flock to Boston on Sunday night to ring in 2024.

Free service on all modes of transportation will be available after 8 p.m. to help support safe holiday celebrations, the T said.

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The T’s New Year’s Eve service schedule is as follows:

  • Subway: All subway lines will operate on a Sunday schedule with increased service after 3 p.m.
  • 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 the last trains held at North and South Stations until after midnight.

The T’s New Year’s Day service schedule is as follows:

  • 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

For more information, visit mbta.com/holidays.

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