08/24/2026
🚌 More Frequent Service & Better Connections Beginning August 31
Beginning Monday, August 31, 2026, MART is introducing service improvements across Gardner, Athol–Orange, and regional connections to Fitchburg and Worcester.
What’s Changing:
🔹 More Frequent Service — Increased frequency across affected routes, giving riders more travel options throughout the day.
🔹 Fitchburg–Leominster–Worcester — Service will now end at Worcester Union Station, where riders can connect with local Worcester transit services.
🔹 Wachusett Commuter Shuttle — The shuttle will be discontinued and replaced by all-day service on the Gardner–Fitchburg route, providing connections throughout the day.
🔹 Gardner–Athol — Improved connections with the Gardner–Fitchburg route at City Hall.
🔹 Gardner–Fitchburg — More frequent and reliable service, with direct service to Fitchburg ITC.
📅 These changes take effect Monday, August 31, 2026.
