MBTA Subway Real-Time Live Mapping (2024)

AA Welcome to Live MBTA Subway Mapping by Stefan!
NOTE: This MBTA train mapping page is new and not finished yet. However, the core map functions are done and work well!
This map version uses the very newest MBTA data feed, which is completely different from the previous data feeds going back to 2014.
Also see my Live MBTA Commuter Rail (Keolis) Map.
See the instructions and options at the bottom of the page for how this works, and what you can do here. There are many ways to customize how the trains are shown!
Last app revision: 2021-04-12, 6:33 PM

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Options:

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  1. Choose a line:
  2. Follow one of these trips:
    or you can just Right-Click on a marker on the map to follow it!
  3. Marker display options:

    Show train heading arrow:

    Show train info on marker:

    Show verbose marker labels:

  4. Marker label options:

    Choose a label:

  5. Map movement options:

    Pan & zoom to fit:

    Each time show/hide options are changed, automatically move & zoom the map to fit only the visible markers:
  6. Show only trains which have had their location changed or updated in the last:

    (Note: The last position change / update could be from train movement
    or just from the marker loading on this map.)
  7. Show on the map only the trains which have their next arrival or departure within:
  8. Marker Clusters:

    On(default on mobile devices)

    Off

    Note: When enabled, marker Clusters can be momentarily disabled by pressing "Shift" at any time.
  9. Turn the Google transit map layer:

    On(default)

    Off

Instructions & Information:

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  • This application displays MBTA Subway trains on a Google Map in real time.

  • This page will automatically load new train data from the MBTA as they become available. Subway train position data are typically updated every 15 seconds.

  • You can move your cursor over a train marker on the map to have an information balloon pop up with detail about that train. (Mobile device users tap on a marker.)A link in the info balloon lets you view the official MBTA schedule for that line and direction on mbta.com. Tip: to quickly dismiss an info balloon, press the "Escape" key.

  • A double-click on a marker will zoom in on that train. (Mobile device users double-tap.) When zoomed in, a double-click or double-tap on the marker will instead zoom back out to the region overview.

  • You can "follow" a train to its destination by any one of four methods:

    1. Choose a train (by leading car number) from the lists (Option 2)

    2. Right-click on a marker on the map

    3. Click or tap on the car number in the table of mapped trains

    4. Click / tap the car number link in the pop-up info window of a train marker

    While following a train, the map will move so that the train you've selected will remain in the center of the map until you stop following it, or until it no longer appears in the data feed.

  • If red clusters of markers are being displayed, click / tap on the cluster icon to zoom in and see more or all of the trains in that cluster. (Clusters appear when there are too many trains in one area to reasonably show individual markers.) Marker clusters can be turned off in the options section, number 8. Also, marker clusters will come and go as you zoom in and out using the standard Google Map navigation methods.

  • Marker clusters can be quickly toggled on/off by pressing the "Shift" key.

  • Train position markers can be set to indicate many different things. In the options section (number 4) you can choose to show the destination, on-board display sign, direction, and more.

  • This web application is able to detect popular mobile devices (for example iPhone and Android) and should display a mobile version of the map when viewed on a handheld device.

  • Page scrolling note: In most web browsers, the normal page scrolling movements up or down using a mouse wheel or trackpad (or page up / page down keys) are interpreted by Google Maps to be a Zoom In / Zoom Out or map movement action. If you want to scroll this entire web page up or down you need to first position the cursor on the white space outside the Google Map pane. Also a spacebar press should scroll the entire page down in most browsers. iPhone users can scroll this page up & down by dragging the white borders on the left and right of the map.

  • This application is designed to be a mapping and visualization tool for those interested in subway operations. Although I didn't design this to be an application for daily commuters, it can be used for trip prediction with great success. I do in fact use this for my own commute, to and from Boston, five days a week!

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This application © 2021 by Stefan Wuensch.
Note: Train information is from the MBTA and is not guaranteed to be 100% accurate.
Questions? Comments? Contact Stefan via Railroad.net! Register for free and then you can contact StefanW via personal message.
The data behind this app is provided by the MBTA.Contact developer@mbta.com
The MBTA is not responsible for this application - only the data that feeds it.
Stefan is not responsible for inaccurate data from the MBTA - only the visualization of that data.

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To-Do list
  1. Add station KML layer with detailed information for each stop.
MBTA Subway Real-Time Live Mapping (2024)

FAQs

Can you track MBTA trains? ›

You can "follow" a train to its destination by any one of four methods: Choose a train (by leading car number) from the lists (Option 2) Right-click on a marker on the map. Click or tap on the car number in the table of mapped trains.

Where is the MBTA? ›

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority
Headquarters10 Park Plaza Boston, Massachusetts 02116
Websitembta.com
Operation
Began operationAugust 1964 (Predecessors date back to 1834)
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What time does the T stop running in Boston? ›

When does the subway run? Most trains run between about 5 AM and 1 AM, and some lines have service as late at 1:50 AM. Service runs more frequently during rush hour, between 6:30 AM – 9 AM and 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM on weekdays. Most trains run between about 5 AM and 1 AM, and some lines have service as late at 1:50 AM.

How late does the Commuter Rail run in Boston? ›

Each Commuter Rail route runs on a set timetable, with service beginning as early as 5 AM and ending as late as 1 AM at some stops. Service is more frequent during peak travel times, Monday – Friday, 7 – 9 AM and 4 – 7 PM.

Can I track a train in real time? ›

You can always visit Amtrak.com to learn the real-time status of a train. Click “Train Status” on the top bar of the homepage and enter a few key pieces of information to learn when a train will be arriving.

Is there an app to see where trains are? ›

IRCTC Rail Connect: The official app from the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation allows users to book train tickets, check live train status, and manage bookings directly from their smartphones.

What is the oldest line on the MBTA? ›

The Green Line is a semi-metro system (form of light rail) run by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) in the Boston, Massachusetts, metropolitan area. It is the oldest MBTA subway line, and with tunnel sections dating from 1897, the oldest subway in North America.

What is the most used line on the MBTA? ›

You can see the busiest stations are all along the Red Line.

Why is MBTA train so slow? ›

Sometimes, a slow zone signals that the MBTA has completed critical repairs, maintenance work, or major improvements. Take the Orange Line repairs, for example. After a month-long shutdown, trains had to move slower because tracks needed time to settle before cars could run at full speed again.

Why is the Boston subway called the T? ›

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) operates rapid transit (heavy rail), light rail, and bus rapid transit services in the Boston metropolitan area, collectively referred to as the rapid transit, subway, the T system, or simply the T.

Is the MBTA Commuter Rail safe at night? ›

While no mode of public transportation can guarantee complete safety, the Boston MBTA subway trains generally have security measures in place to ensure passenger safety. However, it is important to exercise caution and be aware of your surroundings when riding the subway at night, as with any public space.

Do Boston subways run all night? ›

Subway service is the most frequent, running every 10-15 minutes most of the time. Hours of operation vary, but most bus and train service starts around 5 AM and ends around 1 AM. There is no late-night or overnight train service in Boston, though some bus service starts as early (or as late!) as 3:30 AM.

What is the senior age for the MBTA? ›

If you are 65 or older, you are eligible for reduced fares with a Senior CharlieCard. If you attend one of the schools enrolled in the MBTA's Student Pass Program, you are eligible for an S-Card or M7 Card.

Who can ride free on MBTA? ›

The MBTA offers free service to children, military personnel, public servants, and government officials.
  • Children. Children age 11 and under ride the MBTA for free. ...
  • Military Personnel. Active-duty military personnel ride all MBTA services for free. ...
  • Police Officers and Firefighters. ...
  • Government Officials.

How can I track a passenger train? ›

How To Check Train Running Status?
  1. Download the ixigo app.
  2. Open and tap on Running Status and enter IRCTC Train Number/Train Name.
  3. Click on Search for your IRCTC Train Status.
  4. You will now see your train's live location.

Can you track a train car? ›

CLM, AEI, and GPS are all railcar tracking technologies available today to help solve the problems shippers face. Out of these three options, the best one depends on your specific tracking needs.

How to track train location on map? ›

Download the latest version, open the app, enter your destination station, and tap 'Direction. ' Click the 'Train' icon and choose the route with a train icon. Tap the train name for real-time status. The feature is ideal for long train routes, providing seamless travel updates.

Does train run on track? ›

A Railway track comprises of two rails laid at a fixed distance apart. This distance at which they are kept apart is called the gauge. The gauge has to be constant on one stretch of track, or else, the trains that run on it will keep falling off.

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