“Expanded commuter rail in Rhode Island is just two weeks away,” said RIDOT Director Michael P. Lewis. “This service gives enhanced options to get to your office or T.F. Green Airport or wherever your final destination is.”

Ticket fares will vary by distance travelled. Travel between T.F. Green and Providence constitutes travel in two zones and costs $2.25 each way. Travel between T.F. Green and Boston costs $8.25 each way. Seniors and persons with disabilities get 50 percent off. Children age 11 and younger are free when accompanied by a paying adult.

“The arrival of commuter rail service is something we have been looking forward to for years. This allows travellers the opportunity for more connectivity between Boston, Providence and T.F. Green Airport,” stated Kevin Dillon, President & CEO of the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC). “The benefits to our passengers and ability to attract more air service due to the convenience and ease of access cannot be underscored.”

The T.F. Green Station is part of the $267 million InterLink project for RIDOT and RIAC. The InterLink features a consolidated rental car facility, a bus hub for Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) buses, and a parking garage with spaces to accommodate 1,800 rental cars and 650 commuter vehicles.

Commuters wishing to park at the InterLink garage will have a daily parking rate of $6.75. A monthly commuter parking rate will be offered at $110 per month. Overnight parking will incur an additional charge of $30 per night.

“The announcement of the expanded MBTA service marks the completion of the InterLink project, and the commencement of a new era of convenience and efficiency in transportation,” said Governor Carcieri.

A further extension of commuter rail service to Wickford Junction is expected in late 2011. When this station opens, trains will continue down to North Kingstown and are expected to make 10 stops per day.

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