MBTA Opens Temporary Lynn Commuter Rail Platform Ahead of Schedule

Restored direct rail access to Boston for Lynn commuters after more than a year, with no timeline yet for a permanent station.

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has opened a temporary commuter rail platform in Lynn, Massachusetts, nine months ahead of schedule, restoring direct rail access to Boston for the first time since October 2022.
The original station was closed due to safety concerns and potential deterioration, forcing commuters to use buses, a seasonal ferry, and shuttles to Swampscott Station.
The new interim platform was built using leftover materials from the Big Dig and has a modular design, allowing it to be deconstructed and transported to another station if necessary.
The MBTA has not yet announced a timeline or location for a new, permanent station in Lynn.
The reopening of the Lynn station is seen as a significant step towards reconnecting communities and increasing job opportunities, access to essential services, and the vibrancy of Lynn's downtown area.