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| Name | Garfield (Red Line) |
| Type | Metro station |
| Line | Red Line (MBTA) |
| Operator | Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority |
Garfield (Red Line) is a Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Red Line (MBTA) station located in Boston, near Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Fenway Park. The station is also close to the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and Boston Public Garden. It serves as a major transportation hub for residents and visitors of Cambridge, Massachusetts, Somerville, Massachusetts, and Brookline, Massachusetts. The station is named after James A. Garfield, the 20th President of the United States, and is situated near the Charles River, which offers scenic views and walkways.
The Garfield station is a vital part of the MBTA system, providing easy access to various Boston neighborhoods, including Back Bay, Boston, Beacon Hill, Boston, and Downtown Boston. The station is close to several major Boston landmarks, such as Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, and Boston Common. It is also near the Boston Public Library, Boston University, and Northeastern University. The Red Line (MBTA) connects Garfield to other MBTA lines, including the Orange Line (MBTA), Blue Line (MBTA), and Green Line (MBTA), at Downtown Crossing and Park Street stations. Additionally, the station is accessible from Interstate 93 and Massachusetts Route 2.
The Garfield station was opened in 1912, as part of the original Cambridge-Dorchester Line of the Boston Elevated Railway. The station was rebuilt in 1985, as part of a major renovation project for the Red Line (MBTA). The project included the construction of new elevators and escalators, as well as the installation of new signaling systems and communication systems. The station has undergone several renovations since then, including a major accessibility upgrade in 2019, which included the installation of new ramps and elevators. The station is also close to the Boston and Maine Railroad and the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad, which offer commuter rail services to surrounding cities, including Providence, Rhode Island, Worcester, Massachusetts, and Lowell, Massachusetts.
The Garfield station has two side platforms, each serving one direction of travel. The station has a total of four tracks, with the inner two tracks used for express trains and the outer two tracks used for local trains. The station is equipped with automatic fare collection systems, including CharlieCard and CharlieTicket machines. The station also has several convenience stores, newsstands, and restaurants, including Dunkin' Donuts and Subway (restaurant). The station is accessible from Park Drive and Perkins Street, and is close to the Back Bay Fens, a large public park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted.
The Garfield station is served by Red Line (MBTA) trains, which operate from approximately 5:00 AM to 12:30 AM, Monday through Saturday, and from approximately 6:00 AM to 12:30 AM on Sundays. The station is also served by several MBTA bus routes, including the CT2 and CT3 routes, which connect to Kendall Square and Ruggles stations. The station is close to the Massachusetts Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue bus lanes, which provide express bus services to Downtown Boston and surrounding cities. Additionally, the station is accessible from the Paul Revere Transportation Building, which offers parking and bicycle storage facilities.
The Garfield station is connected to several other MBTA stations, including Harvard Square, Central Square, and Kendall/MIT. The station is also close to the Longwood Medical Area, which includes several major hospitals, such as Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston Children's Hospital, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The station is accessible from Interstate 90 and Massachusetts Route 9, and is close to the Boston Logan International Airport, which offers domestic and international flights to destinations such as New York City, Los Angeles, and London. The station is also near the Museum of Science, Boston, New England Aquarium, and TD Garden, which host various events and exhibitions throughout the year.
The Garfield station is expected to undergo several upgrades and renovations in the coming years, including the installation of new signaling systems and communication systems. The station will also be upgraded to include accessible elevators and ramps, as well as new wayfinding systems and information displays. Additionally, the station will be connected to the Green Line (MBTA) as part of the Green Line Extension project, which will provide new commuter rail services to surrounding cities, including Somerville, Massachusetts, and Medford, Massachusetts. The project is expected to be completed by 2025, and will include the construction of new stations and tracks along the Green Line (MBTA) corridor. The station will also be close to the Boston Landing development, which includes several new office buildings, residential buildings, and retail spaces.
Category:MBTA stations