North Station

135 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114

North Station is one of the major transportation hubs for the Commuter Rail, leading you to incredible attractions, restaurants, and events in Boston. There’s also no shortage of things to do in the area. Steps away from the Commuter Rail platform, TD Garden is popular for live entertainment, including concerts and sporting events. Nearby neighborhoods like the North End are full of restaurants, food tours, and summer festivals that are a foodie’s dream. North Station is also conveniently located near historical sites in Charlestown, the Museum of Science, and more in Cambridge.

As a Boston resident, the Commuter Rail will get you to wherever you want to go beyond the city. Explore the lines leaving North Station and build your weekend getaway to explore beaches on the North Shore, live music in Lowell, and other attractions north of the city. During the fall and winter, make use of special services like the added trains to Salem Haunted Happenings or the Winter Ski Train to Wachusett Mountain.

Looking to get to South Station from North Station? A 30 minute walk along the Rose Kennedy Greenway connects the two hubs, taking you through beautiful gardens and past Faneuil Hall, the New England Aquarium, and the North End. If you prefer the subway, take the Green Line to Park Street and transfer to the Red Line at Park Street and get off at South Station. To get to Back Bay, take the Orange Line and get off at Back Bay.

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Attend Boston Sporting Events & Concerts

The Commuter Rail platform at North Station leads directly to the entrance of TD Garden, so attending a Bruins or Celtics game has never been easier. No hassles, no traffic, and no wait. Because you’ll save time on driving and parking, you can plan to visit The Sports Museum, as well.

Of course, concerts and other performances are also abundant at TD Garden. Taking the train to North Station means you have an easy way in and out of Boston to see your favorite musicians. Go in early so you can grab dinner at one of the many bars and restaurants nearby or just explore Boston before the show.

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Boston Dining

Boston is a foodie’s paradise. The North End has no shortage of highly-regarded Italian restaurants and Italian feasts, such as the Feast of St. Anthony and the Fisherman’s Feast, are still celebrated and draw large crowds. It’s also worth noting that most restaurants in the North End accept cash only, which is unique in Boston.

Meanwhile, Faneuil Hall Marketplace is home to the famous Quincy Market, which boasts over 25 local eateries. Boston Public Market is an indoor, year-round marketplace featuring 30 New England artisans and food producers and is considered one of the Top 10 public markets in the U.S. For dessert, if you’re craving homemade ice cream, get your sweet treat at North End Creamery.

USS Constitution

Learn History in Boston

When you pull into North Station, you’re within a mile of many of Boston’s great landmarks and museums. You can learn about America’s past at the Museum of African American History and the USS Constitution Museum. Be sure to take the time to explore the city and visit the various monuments and historic sites around, like the Bunker Hill Monument, the Great Molasses Flood Site, and the Paul Revere House.

Taking the train to North Station lets you make the most of your visit to Boston, save time and money on travel, and avoid the stress of driving in the city. Relax on a scenic ride on the Commuter Rail, then experience the best of Boston.

Destinations

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Within a half mile from station

Food
Boston Public Market

Boston Public Market

Boston, MA

Approx. 0.39 miles from station

Shopping
Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Boston, MA

Approx. 0.55 miles from station

Historic Sites
Historic Sites

Great Molasses Flood Site

Boston, MA

Approx. 0.43 miles from station

Shopping
shopping

Cambridge Antique Market

Cambridge, MA

Approx. 1.22 miles from station

Food

Union Oyster House

Boston, MA

Approx. 0.43 miles from station

Museums and Attractions
Paul Revere House in Boston, MA

Paul Revere House

Boston, MA

Approx. 0.51 miles from station

Food
Food

North End Creamery

Boston, MA

Approx. 0.40 miles from station

Station Information

Rockport

17 Railroad Avenue
Rockport, MA, 01966

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Gloucester

75 Railroad Avenue
Gloucester, MA, 01930

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West Gloucester

290 Essex Avenue
Gloucester, MA, 01930

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Manchester

40 Beach Street
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944

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Beverly Farms

1 Oak Street
Beverly, MA, 01915

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Montserrat

180 Essex Street
Beverly, MA, 01915

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Newburyport

25 Boston Way
Newburyport, MA, 01950

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Rowley

70 Railroad Avenue
Rowley, MA, 01969

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Ipswich

4 Peatfield Street
Ipswich, MA, 01938

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Hamilton/Wenham

15 Railroad Avenue
Hamilton, MA, 01982

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North Beverly

1A Dodge Street
Beverly, MA, 01915

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Beverly

10 Park Street
Beverly, MA, 01915

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Salem

252 Bridge Street
Salem, MA, 01970

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Swampscott

203 Burrill Street
Swampscott, MA, 01907

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Lynn Interim

11 Ellis Street
Lynn, MA, 01902

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River Works

1000 Western Avenue
Lynn, MA, 01905

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Chelsea

174 Everett Avenue
Chelsea, MA, 02150

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North Station

135 Causeway Street
Boston, MA, 02114

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  • Garage

Bike Storage

  • Bike rack

Elevators

  • Has Elevator

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  • Has Escalator

Accessibility

  • Has Escalator
  • Has Elevator
  • Full high level platform to provide level boarding to every car in a train set
  • Portable boarding lift

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Lowell

101 Thorndike Street
Lowell, MA, 01852

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North Billerica

3 Ruggles Street
Billerica, MA, 01862

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Wilmington

405 Main Street
Wilmington, MA, 01887

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Anderson/Woburn

100 Atlantic Avenue
Woburn, MA, 01801

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Winchester Center

29 Waterfield Road
Winchester, MA, 01890

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Wedgemere

25 Mystic Valley Parkway
Winchester, MA, 01890

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West Medford

481 High Street
Medford, MA, 02155

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North Station

135 Causeway Street
Boston, MA, 02114

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Parking

  • Garage

Bike Storage

  • Bike rack

Elevators

  • Has Elevator

Escalators

  • Has Escalator

Accessibility

  • Has Escalator
  • Has Elevator
  • Full high level platform to provide level boarding to every car in a train set
  • Portable boarding lift

Fare Options

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Haverhill

1 Washington Avenue
Haverhill, MA, 01832

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Bradford

10 Railroad Avenue
Haverhill, MA, 01835

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Lawrence

190 Merrimack Street
Lawrence, MA, 01843

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Andover

17 Railroad Street
Andover, MA, 01810

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Ballardvale

195 Andover Street
Andover, MA, 01810

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North Wilmington

370 Middlesex Avenue
Wilmington, MA, 01887

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Reading

35 Lincoln Street
Reading, MA, 01867

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Wakefield

225 North Avenue
Wakefield, MA, 01880

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Greenwood

907 Main Street
Wakefield, MA, 01880

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Melrose Highlands

497 Franklin Street
Melrose, MA, 02176

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Melrose/Cedar Park

160-172 West Emerson Street
Melrose, MA, 02176

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Wyoming Hill

40 West Wyoming Avenue
Melrose, MA, 02176

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Oak Grove

443 Washington Street
Boston, MA, 02108

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Malden Center

225 Pleasant Street
Malden, MA, 02148

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North Station

135 Causeway Street
Boston, MA, 02114

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Parking

  • Garage

Bike Storage

  • Bike rack

Elevators

  • Has Elevator

Escalators

  • Has Escalator

Accessibility

  • Has Escalator
  • Has Elevator
  • Full high level platform to provide level boarding to every car in a train set
  • Portable boarding lift

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Wachusett

55 Authority Drive
Fitchburg, MA, 01420

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Fitchburg

150 Main Street
Fitchburg, MA, 01420

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North Leominster

44 Nashua Street
Leominster, MA, 01453

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Shirley

42 Ayer Road
Shirley, MA, 01464

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Ayer

70 Main Street
Ayer, MA, 01432

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Littleton/Route 495

264 Foster Street
Littleton, MA, 01460

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South Acton

4 Central Street
Acton, MA, 01720

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West Concord

122B Main Street
Concord, MA, 01742

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Concord

90 Thoreau Street
Concord, MA, 01742

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Lincoln

160 Lincoln Road
Lincoln, MA, 01773

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Kendal Green

198 Church Street
Weston, MA, 02493

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Brandeis/Roberts

1 Sawyer Road
Waltham, MA, 02453

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Waltham

75 Carter Street
Waltham, MA, 02453

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Waverley

495 Trapelo Road
Belmont, MA, 02478

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Belmont

440 Concord Avenue
Belmont, MA, 02478

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Porter

1899 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA, 02138

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North Station

135 Causeway Street
Boston, MA, 02114

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Parking

  • Garage

Bike Storage

  • Bike rack

Elevators

  • Has Elevator

Escalators

  • Has Escalator

Accessibility

  • Has Escalator
  • Has Elevator
  • Full high level platform to provide level boarding to every car in a train set
  • Portable boarding lift

Fare Options

How to buy a ticket

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