A new link within the regional economy
First Segment of the Grand Junction Multi-Use Path in Kendall Square
Currently, people traveling on rail transit between Allston and Kendall Square have long trips with downtown transfers. Converting the underused Grand Junction corridor to accommodate a multi-use path and a new transit service would provide a transformational link between Kendall Square and other growing areas such as North Station, Cambridge Crossing, and Allston.
While new public transit is a long-term vision that would likely be built by the state, design for the adjacent multi-use path has been underway since 2018. The first segment of the path has already been built by the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority in Kendall Square, and another section has recently opened connecting Broadway to Binney Street.
ACTIONS
Convene regional stakeholders to advance a common vision of a regionally connected multi-use path
Analyze and communicate the benefits of regional connections
Develop Grand Junction transit concept
Update Grand Junction transit demand estimations
What’s Next?
Years later, Transport Kendall continues to influence and guide transportation improvements in Kendall Square.
CRA: Grand Junction Transit Feasibility Study
In fall 2024, the CRA published its Grand Junction Transit Feasibility Study. The study directly forwarded one of Transport Kendall's main priorities.
City of Cambridge: Grand Junction Multi-Use Path
The Grand Junction Multi-use Path is a proposed off-street multi-use path running along side the existing railroad tracks in the Grand Junction corridor from Boston University Bridge to Somerville. As of Spring 2025, the city and design team are continuing to try to work with MBTA on their continued concerns about having a path within the rail right of way in areas and additional people crossing the tracks at major street grade crossings such as Mass. Ave, Main St and Cambridge Street. Additional design work is on hold until agreement on designs can be reached.
Transport Kendall was published in 2017. This page has been updated as of March, 2026.