Politics & Government
Big MBTA Service Changes Marathon Monday
The transportation system will have more subway cars running, while some stations will be closed and parking garages will be cash-only.
The MBTA said it will implement major changes for the Boston Marathon, which will be held Mon., April 21.
Some of the changes include:
- The Copley and Arlington subway stations will be closed all day Monday
- MBTA parking garages will be cash-only and drivers must pay upon entering
- Bikes will be prohibited on MBTA vehicles
"The MBTA will enhance service to rush-hour levels before and after the race," officials said in a statement.
They urged people planning on attending the marathon to take public transportation and monitor T-alerts for service updates.
The MBTA compiled this transportation guide for the marathon.
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