Save on Commuter Rail Trips This Summer in MA & RI

From June 1 to August 30, 2026, the MBTA will be offering 4 Commuter Rail fare and travel promotions. These deals are an extension of our appreciation for riding with us and for your patience with World Cup-related schedule detours. We’re committed to getting you to your summer destinations and are grateful to be part of the memories you make along the way!

Travel for Free on Fridays 

Kids still ride for free, but now, on Fridays, you can too! Travel for free on the Commuter Rail for 13 Fridays this summer. If you have ever felt like you are underutilizing your Summer Fridays, now is your chance to travel around Massachusetts and experience the magic of a New England summer. 

From June to August, board the train ticket-free, even on holidays, adventure is truly just a train ride away! This promotion does not include travel on Boston Stadium trains, CapeFLYER, or special event trains. 

Purchase A Monthly Commuter Rail Pass for 50% Off

Monthly passes in June, July, and August will be 50% off, allowing you to get more adventure for less this summer. This discounted pass applies to both full and reduced fare passes for both Zones and Interzone 1-10, and ferry travel. 

Annual pass holders enrolled in Autopay will receive their discount automatically, and Perq member discounts are already applied automatically. One-time monthly passes are available for purchase at FVMS, ticket windows, and the mTicket app. 

This deal does not include travel into Zone 1A (North, South, and Back Bay Station) or non-monthly passes (single-ride tickets, 5-day flex pass, $10 weekend passes). 

Use Your Monthly Pass in All Zones on Weekends 

On weekends in June, July, and August, monthly pass holders can travel beyond their usual zone or interzone at no extra cost. For both Zone 2 and Interzone 2 pass holders, your pass becomes more flexible on weekends, allowing travel up to Zone or Interzone 10.

Annual pass holders enrolled in Autopay will receive their discount automatically, and Perq member discounts are already applied automatically. One-time monthly passes are available for purchase at FVMS, ticket windows, and the mTicket app. 

This deal does not include travel into Zone 1A (North, South, and Back Bay Station), ferry travel, or tickets for CapeFLYER, Boston Stadium, or special event trains.

Bring a Friend for $1 on Weekends When You’re a Monthly Passholder

Traveling is more fun with a friend, right? If you are a monthly pass holder, you can bring a buddy along anywhere your monthly pass covers for just $1 round-trip!

To use this discount, either the monthly passholder or their friend can purchase a $1 ticket in the mTicket app. Once on board, the conductor will validate the ticket.

This promotion covers one friend per passholder and cannot be used for travel to Boston, and does not include travel on CapeFLYER, Boston Stadium, or special events trains. 

Things to Do & Weekend Trip Ideas Across New England on the Commuter Rail 

With the Commuter Rail’s summer promotions, you ride more and spend less, unlocking travel opportunities across New England. Whether you want to explore a museum, visit a new town, or spend the day by the beach, your ticket to a dreamy summer Friday or weekend is just a train ride away! 

Travel to the North Shore for Sun, Shopping, and Summer Fun

Ride the Newburyport/Rockport Line to the North Shore of Boston and explore iconic coastal towns like Rockport, Salem, and Newburyport, plus nearby seaside communities for a day of New England charm. 

Make the most of your summer Fridays and discover North Shore landmarks, wander into local shops for souvenirs, or spend the afternoon sunbathing at one of the various public beaches. Use your monthly pass to explore more than one town for a day of interzone travel along the Newburyport/Rockport Line. 

Explore the South Coast for Maritime and Paranormal History

Use your monthly Commuter Rail pass and board the Fall River/New Bedford Line for a day of scenic ocean views and maritime history. On weekends, bring a history-loving friend along for $1 to enjoy a day of whaling heritage, coastal beauty, and working waterfront charm in New Bedford. 

There is no need to limit your stops or your fun; spend the day exploring maritime history, and hop between South Coast stations and zones at no extra cost. Board the Commuter Rail and travel to the Fall River Station for a day of both maritime and paranormal exploration. 

Ride into Providence, RI, for Arts, Museums, and More

You don’t have to stay in Massachusetts; take the Commuter Rail’s Providence/Stoughton Line for a day trip or weekend stay in Providence, Rhode Island. Don’t let the city’s size fool you; while it may be compact, there are still plenty of things to do. From RISD to Franklin Park Zoo, Providence opens the door to learning both indoors at museums and outdoors under the sun, with furry friends. 

Discover New England with Keolis massAdventures

New England summers are short, and bucket lists are long, making it hard to know where to start planning. To take the pressure off yourself, book a tour with Keolis massAdventures. Their guided tours and excursions include transportation to curated activities across New England, removing the stress of planning and letting you enjoy the experience!