Last train from Gloucester to Boston
When the last Newburyport/Rockport Line train leaves Gloucester for Boston, on weekdays and weekends, and what to do if you miss it.
Halloween weekend: On Saturday, October 31 and Sunday, November 1, 2026, the MBTA runs a special Halloween schedule on the Newburyport/Rockport Line, so the weekend train times on this page don't apply on those two days. See Getting around Salem in October for the Halloween times.
Gloucester to North Station
- Newburyport/Rockport Line
- Take the Newburyport/Rockport LineFrom GloucesterAbout 68 min
- Get off at North Station
Last train Saturday 10:29 pm · Sunday 10:29 pm · Last three trains
Quick answer: On weekdays, the last Newburyport/Rockport Line train from Gloucester to Boston leaves at 9:03 pm and reaches North Station at 10:09 pm. On Saturdays and Sundays the last train leaves at 10:29 pm. The ride takes about 68 minutes.
Check the next train from Gloucester live
The last trains to Boston
| Day | Leaves Gloucester | Arrives North Station | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Friday | 9:03 pm (last) | 10:09 pm | Train 1054 |
| 7:55 pm | 9:01 pm | Train 1052 | |
| 5:56 pm | 7:04 pm | Train 1048 | |
| Saturday | 10:29 pm (last) | 11:35 pm | Train 1536 |
| 8:09 pm | 9:15 pm | Train 1532 | |
| 6:09 pm | 7:15 pm | Train 1528 | |
| Sunday | 10:29 pm (last) | 11:35 pm | Train 1536 |
| 8:09 pm | 9:15 pm | Train 1532 | |
| 6:09 pm | 7:15 pm | Train 1528 |
Scheduled times on the fall 2026 timetable. Train numbers help you match the departure board.
All day: how often trains run
| Day | Trains to Boston | First train | How often (daytime) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekdays | 13 | 5:14 am | About every 90 min |
| Saturdays | 9 | 6:09 am | About every 2 hours |
| Sundays | 9 | 6:09 am | About every 2 hours |
Before North Station, trains stop at Chelsea (for the Silver Line SL3), which can save you a change. Check the timetable: not every train stops at every station.
If you miss the last train
After the last train there's no other public transit route to Boston that night. The first weekday train leaves Gloucester at 5:14 am. If you might be late, ask Cobblehop for the last train before you sit down for dinner.
Tips
- Look for the inbound train. Trains to Boston are inbound, and the sign will say North Station.
- Leave a few minutes early. Commuter Rail trains can leave on time even when the platform is busy, and if you miss the last one there's no next train.
- Before you go out. Ask Cobblehop for "the last train from Gloucester" and it tells you when to leave where you are, using live times.
- Gloucester station is on Railroad Avenue, north of downtown and the harbor.
Step-free access
MBTA data lists every station on this route (Gloucester and North Station) as accessible. North Station has 6 elevators in MBTA data. Elevators do break, so check the MBTA's elevator alerts before you go.
What it costs
- Commuter Rail. Gloucester to North Station is a Zone 7 fare, $11.00 one way. On Saturdays and Sundays, a $10.00 weekend pass covers unlimited Commuter Rail rides.
- Buying a train ticket. Tap-to-pay doesn't work on the Commuter Rail. Use the mTicket app, a fare machine or ticket window, or pay the conductor. Paying on board can add a $3 fee when you board at a station that sells tickets.
- Kids. Children 11 and under ride the MBTA free.
Fares as of October 2026. Check the MBTA's fares page before you ride.
Last train from Gloucester: common questions
What time is the last train from Gloucester to Boston?
On weekdays, the last Newburyport/Rockport Line train from Gloucester to Boston leaves at 9:03 pm and reaches North Station at 10:09 pm. On Saturdays and Sundays the last train leaves at 10:29 pm.
Where does the train from Gloucester arrive in Boston?
At North Station. The ride takes about 68 minutes. Some trains also stop at Chelsea on the way in.
How often do trains run from Gloucester to Boston on weekends?
There are 9 trains on Saturdays, about every 2 hours during the day. On weekdays there are 13.
What if I miss the last train from Gloucester?
After the last train there's no other public transit route to Boston that night. The first weekday train leaves Gloucester at 5:14 am. If you might be late, ask Cobblehop for the last train before you sit down for dinner.
How much is the train from Gloucester to Boston?
$11.00 one way (Zone 7), or a $10 weekend pass on Saturdays and Sundays. Tap-to-pay doesn't work on the Commuter Rail, so use the mTicket app, a fare machine or pay the conductor.
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Official sources
Cobblehop is independent and isn't affiliated with these agencies or operators. Schedules on this page come from MBTA/MassDOT public data. Check their pages for the latest schedules and service changes:
- MBTA: Newburyport/Rockport Line timetable
- MBTA: Gloucester station
- MBTA: North Station station
- MBTA: Commuter Rail fare zones
- MBTA: elevator and accessibility alerts
Published October 29, 2026. Times come from the fall 2026 MBTA schedule. Holiday and special-event schedules can differ, so check Cobblehop for live times before you go.
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