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Interesting, I didn't find that when I scrolled to Boston. However, maybe you already know you can turn on a Transit layer on Google Maps? Same place as switching between map and satellite view.

If I were Worcester, the first thing I would do is implement a sort of regional rail on the existing track structure, including upgrading all of this area to be electrified and/or use BEMU's. https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1rv7hkzojxxczSbLhOCACGwYTmYtR3FI&usp=sharing Beyond that I would...

Has the MBTA ever explored running the 57 bus down the GL ROW (would require paving along the tracks) as far as Packards Corner?

I like the idea of adding a station there, but probably not at the expense of an existing station. I also just don't think there's enough space there, maybe half of what you need to get a center-platform station (using Boston Landing as a model). I think the more valuable station is directly...

Do you think they'll skip a NB trip on Friday evenings to do the Cape Flyer?

Just want to say I really appreciate the thoughtful responses so far. Can I ask what regulatory challenges there are with running "Commuter Trains" as opposed to rapid transit? What is the definition / difference between the two? Also, why do RR trains need to be longer? If running more...

Hi all, first post here, and it's a crazy idea, sorry. I've been thinking a lot about the barriers to truly frequent Regional Rail. They obviously include NSRL and electrification, but also on several corridors, subway lines have eaten up a lot of the ROW, making for single or double-tracking...