Submitted by Gribblestix t3_zlvn4c in providence
Anyone else experiencing major delays on the commuter rail to Boston this week?
It’s taking 3 hours today because of a dead train. They let us off in Sharon, then put us on yet another dead train that’s moving 10mph.
This is unacceptable. What can we do??
I almost always take the Amtrak if I can help it. The commuter rail takes twice as long on a good day. The monthly passes are only a little more expensive than what the MBTA charges, but the downside is you have less trains during peak hours.
according to the MBTA it's due to police activity? also affecting the 12:05 Stoughton train out of South Station. https://www.mbta.calerts/commuter-rail .
I miss the days when you could apply for a refund of your ticket price if the train was over 30 minutes late. It is bull shit that we have zero recourse now.
take amtrak. Problem solved.
How much is the Amtrak monthly pass? I might have to commute to Boston 2x a week soon.
Right now from PVD to BOS it's $348, but it's only worth it if you use it at least 15 days a month. Otherwise just grab ten-packs at $139 and burn through them as you need them.
Sadly true. You get what you pay for
Ah ok. 10 pack makes sense then for ~8 times a month.
That commute is a killer even without delays. Realistically, the best thing you can do is find a job closer to home or a home closer to your job.
I moved here from Boston. I’m all set.
The commute has been fine for a month or so. Zero issues at all.
There was a mechanical issue until we got to Canton, then we switched and it was a police issue apparently.
I mean, clearly you’re not all set. You’re here complaining about the commute.
Gribblestix OP t1_j07hnmp wrote
Update 3 hours from PVD to Back Bay and we’re still not at South Station. What a fucking mess.