Boston Visitor's Guide to the T | MBTA User Guides
Whether you’re visiting Boston for the first time or you’re a seasoned pro, you may be wondering how the T can get you everywhere you want to go.We’ve pulled together some of the most common questions about the MBTA and our tips for getting the most out of public transit in Boston.If you have questions while you’re here, don’t hesitate to ask Customer Service agents or T Ambassadors in stations.Getting to Know the MBTAIf you’ve never been to Boston before, you’re not familiar with the MBTA, or it’s just been a while since you’ve visited, here’s some basic information to help you get the most out of your trip. The MBTA is the 4th-busiest public transit system in the United States and one of only 2 transit agencies in the country that operates all 5 major modes of land and water transportation.Local rail: 5 subway routes, including the Red, Orange, Blue, and Green lines, and the Mattapan TrolleyBus: 177 bus routes, including Local, Express, and Crosstown serviceBus Rapid Transit: 5 Silve...