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Worcester Union Station Improvements

Rendering of the external plaza of the station

Worcester Union Station is undergoing significant platform, track, and accessibility improvements. Although it’s a key transportation hub for the Worcester area and the terminus of the Framingham/Worcester Line, it’s currently the only station on the route that can serve only one train at a time. The upgrades now underway will improve the station’s function, capacity, level of service, and safety, and make it fully accessible.

Building a Better T

As part of our $9.6 billion, 5-year capital investment plan, we're renovating stations, modernizing fare collection systems, upgrading services for our buses, subways, and ferries, and improving the accessibility of the entire system.

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  • Contract awarded: October 2021
  • Projected Completion: Spring 2025
  • Budget: $45 million
  • Status: Construction ongoing. Center platform opens July 1, 2024.

Rider Benefits

  • A new, high-level center platform
  • Track, signal, communications, and infrastructure upgrades
  • New elevators, stairways, and pedestrian bridge
  • Accessibility improvements to the commuter parking area

The new pedestrian bridge and elevators will be steel and glass structures with new lighting and wayfinding signs. This will provide a fully accessible route for riders to move safely and comfortably to and from the new center platform to the MBTA parking area and the neighboring community. 

Service Alerts

Throughout this project, we will maintain current levels of passenger access to the platform and trains.

Any service changes will be communicated in advance on this page and via alerts.

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New Center Platform and Elevators Now Open

Beginning on Monday, July 1, 2024, riders can use the new, accessible high-level center platform to board trains. From the station's main entrance, riders can access the platform through the rotunda and new access corridor, then take the stairs or elevators. From the east parking lot at 45 Shrewsbury St, riders can access the platform through the new pedestrian bridge. Riders can also check signage in the parking garage for directions.

 

The parking lot will remain open during construction. Some spots will be unavailable during different phases of the project. Accessible parking spaces remain available.

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For all queries and comments related to the Worcester Union Station Improvements, email us at UnionStation@mbta.com.

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Building a Better T

As part of our $9.6 billion, 5-year capital investment plan, we're renovating stations, modernizing fare collection systems, upgrading services for our buses, subways, and ferries, and improving the accessibility of the entire system.

Learn more

Recent Updates

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