https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/massachusetts-bay-transportation-authority-increases-speed-on-part-of-the-orange-lineContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/massachusetts-bay-transportation-authority-increases-speed-on-part-of-the-orange-linehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/massachusetts-bay-transportation-authority-increases-speed-on-part-of-the-orange-line#u146606Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:11:44 +0000Trains on the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Orange Line can now reach speeds of up to 55 miles per hour north of North Station. The speed increase follows track improvements and infrastructure work that eliminated previous slow zones along the corridor. Officials approved the new limit on October 18, 2026, enabling faster trips for passengers traveling between Boston and Somerville.Why it mattersPrior to this update, the highest speed anywhere on the entire MBTA network was restricted to 40 miles per hour. Recent track renewal work and maintenance allowed transit authorities to li