Last train from Worcester to Boston
When the last Framingham/Worcester Line train leaves Worcester for Boston, on weekdays and weekends, and what to do if you miss it.
Quick answer: On weekdays, the last Framingham/Worcester Line train from Worcester to Boston leaves at 10:50 pm and reaches South Station at 12:18 am. On Saturdays and Sundays the last train leaves at 11:25 pm. The ride takes about 93 minutes.
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The last trains to Boston
| Day | Leaves Worcester | Arrives South Station | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Friday | 10:50 pm (last) | 12:18 am | Train 5042 |
| 8:55 pm | 10:27 pm | Train 5040 | |
| 7:55 pm | 9:27 pm | Train 5038 | |
| Saturday | 11:25 pm (last) | 12:58 am | Train 5520 |
| 9:10 pm | 10:43 pm | Train 5518 | |
| 6:55 pm | 8:28 pm | Train 5516 | |
| Sunday | 11:25 pm (last) | 12:58 am | Train 5520 |
| 9:10 pm | 10:43 pm | Train 5518 | |
| 6:55 pm | 8:28 pm | Train 5516 |
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 | 21 | 4:15 am | About once an hour |
| Saturdays | 10 | 5:10 am | About every 2 hours |
| Sundays | 10 | 5:10 am | About every 2 hours |
Before South Station, trains stop at Boston Landing (for Allston and Brighton), Lansdowne (for Fenway Park and Kenmore), Back Bay (for the Orange Line), 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 Worcester at 4:15 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 South 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 Worcester" and it tells you when to leave where you are, using live times.
- Worcester trains use Union Station, on the east side of downtown.
Step-free access
MBTA data lists every station on this route (Worcester and South Station) as accessible. South Station has 9 elevators in MBTA data. Elevators do break, so check the MBTA's elevator alerts before you go.
What it costs
- Commuter Rail. Worcester to South Station is a Zone 8 fare, $12.25 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 Worcester: common questions
What time is the last train from Worcester to Boston?
On weekdays, the last Framingham/Worcester Line train from Worcester to Boston leaves at 10:50 pm and reaches South Station at 12:18 am. On Saturdays and Sundays the last train leaves at 11:25 pm.
Where does the train from Worcester arrive in Boston?
At South Station. The ride takes about 93 minutes. Some trains also stop at Boston Landing, Lansdowne, Back Bay on the way in.
How often do trains run from Worcester to Boston on weekends?
There are 10 trains on Saturdays, about every 2 hours during the day. On weekdays there are 21.
What if I miss the last train from Worcester?
After the last train there's no other public transit route to Boston that night. The first weekday train leaves Worcester at 4:15 am. If you might be late, ask Cobblehop for the last train before you sit down for dinner.
How much is the train from Worcester to Boston?
$12.25 one way (Zone 8), 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: Framingham/Worcester Line timetable
- MBTA: Worcester station
- MBTA: South 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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