Whether you’re walking, taking the T, riding a bike, or car sharing, there are many ways to get around Boston.
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Getting around Boston
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Vision Zero
Contact: Transportation
MAKE BOSTON'S LOCAL STREETS SAFER FOR TRAVEL
With the Vision Zero initiative, the City hopes to end fatal and serious crashes. You can help by reporting safety concerns on our map. These responses help inform our long-term City planning.
HOW IS VISION ZERO DIFFERENT FROM 311?
Vision Zero is a long-term effort to collect ideas and make improvements. If you have an immediate problem in your neighborhood, contact 311.
Walking
Boston and Washington D.C. tie for the highest number of commuters who bike or walk to work.
According to the Alliance for Biking and Walking's 2016 Benchmarking Report, 16.7 percent of Boston residents bike or walk to work.
Youth Cycling Program
We teach young residents how to ride and bike safely in a fun, secure environment.
Bike sharing
With the Bluebikes bike-sharing system, you can get a bike when you need one.
Bike parking
Boston Bikes has installed more than 3,600 bicycle parking spaces in the past seven years.
Car and ride sharing
Contact: Transportation
Car sharing vs. ride sharing
With car sharing, you drive the car and pay for the time you use it. With ride-sharing services, you’re a paying passenger. Here’s some tips on how to stay safe.
What is DriveBoston?
The City program provides parking spaces for car-share services. The pilot phase, which started in the fall of 2015 and will last 18 months, includes 80 spaces across the City.
DriveBoston locations
We place cars in dedicated spaces around the City, including areas where there aren’t many car-share options. There are 49 spaces in municipal lots and 31 curbside.
WHY IS CAR SHARING VALUABLE?
Research shows that, over time, car sharing can remove up to 13 personal cars from the road. Fewer cars mean fewer carbon emissions and more curb space.
Public transit
We do not run the MBTA, but it’s a great resource.
Keep in mind: The MBTA operates from 5 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Guide to the MBTA for visitors
The T guide helps you get the most out of public transit in Boston.
Guide to the commuter rail for beginners
Travel to and from Boston and surrounding communities.
MBTA fare and pass information
Learn about fare pricing and the MBTA’s rechargeable ticketing system.
MBTA trip planner
Enter your starting point and destination to determine the best route.
MBTA alerts
Sign up to receive notifications about delays and disruptions.
To and from Logan Airport
Contact: Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
BUS SERVICE
The MBTA offers free Silver Line bus service from all airport terminals to South Station.
Logan Express
Massport offers an express bus service from Back Bay to Logan Airport.
Shuttles
Massport provides free shuttle-bus service between airline terminals and Airport Station on the MBTA’s Blue Line.
Ferry boat
The MBTA offers ferry-boat service from Hingham or Hull to the airport, weather permitting.
Taxis
Boston police regulate all taxis and pedi-cabs. Learn what you can expect from your ride.
Resources for people with disabilities
Contact: Disabilities Commission
Wheelchair-Accessible Taxis
View our list of ADA compliant wheelchair-accessible taxis in Boston.
Accessible Parking Spots
Find out if you qualify for an accessible parking spot.
The Ride
This MBTA program provides door-to-door service for eligible customers.
Map of Downtown Public On-Street Accessible Parking Spaces
View a map of public on-street accessible parking spaces downtown.
Resources for seniors
Contact: Age Strong Commission
Senior Shuttle
The City offers door-to-door transportation to residents age 60 and older. Compare this option and many others through the FriendshipWorks Transportation Guide.
Taxi discount coupon program
Residents age 65 and over — as well as disabled residents of all ages — can buy coupon books for taxis licensed in Boston.
Commuter stories
Watch Arina’s trip on the Blue Line and the Shuttle from East Boston. She shared her ideas with Boston’s Chief of Streets, Chris Osgood.
