T to close Lynn commuter rail station on Oct. 1

The Lynn commuter rail station will close on Oct. 1, leaving riders traveling to Revere or Swampscott for service until a temporary platform is built in the north-of-Boston city.

The station was originally slated to close on July 25 but was delayed until demolition begins this fall following collective pushback from city, state and federal officials, who said they were caught off guard by the T’s announcement over the summer.

The MBTA said in a statement that the closure will address station deterioration issues as part of a $72.5 million improvement project, which is slated for completion in 2024.

“During the closure of the Lynn station, I want to assure riders that alternate travel options will be available,” said MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak, who noted residents can take bus routes 441/442 and 455 to connect to Wonderland for Blue Line subway service in Revere.

Riders can also take a free shuttle bus to Swampscott, where they can board the commuter rail. Although

fares are higher in Swampscott, a Zone 3 station, the T is offering Lynn residents the chance to purchase Zone 2 tickets and passes for lower rates.

The MBTA is planning to build a temporary platform at a separate location in Lynn, which will serve the city’s commuters until station improvements are complete.

In a statement, Lynn

Mayor Jared Nicholson, state Sen. Brendan Crighton and Reps. Daniel Cahill and Peter Capano said the platform is being built upon their request.

“This is a large reconstruction project that is expected to last at least three years,” the statement said. “We will continue to work with the MBTA to ensure service disruptions are as minimal as possible and that Lynn gets the station we need for our future.”

The new Lynn station will include a high-level, center-island platform and canopy; accessibility upgrades, including ADA-compliant elevators at both ends of the platform; new stairs and ramp, signage and wayfinding improvements; and track improvements.