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ABOUT THE COLONIAL ROAD RUNNERS BOSTON MARATHON BUS

If you are a South Shore runner who is registered for the 2026 Boston Marathon, here is the best way to get to Hopkinton on race day (Monday, April 20), without having to travel into Boston to take a BAA shuttle bus. Colonial Road Runners sponsors a comfortable intercity "coach" bus that goes directly to Hopkinton from the Braintree MBTA Red Line Station. In Hopkinton, the bus will be parked near the Athletes Village at Hopkinton High School, in a lot set aside by the BAA exclusively for running clubs. The bus will remain in Hopkinton, and available for your use, until after all of the marathon "waves" are underway.

SECURITY MEASURES

According to the BAA, runners using our bus “should be prepared for inspection.” Also, while runners will be allowed to have personal items (food, clothing, etc.) on the bus, be aware that THERE WILL NOT BE ANY BAGGAGE TRANSPORTATION FROM HOPKINTON TO BOSTON. (The CRR bus does NOT go to Boston after the race begins, and will NOT provide transportation back from Boston to Braintree.)

DEPARTURE LOCATION

The Colonial Bus will depart from the Braintree MBTA Red Line Station, located near the Union Street exit from Route 3 (Exit 40, formerly Exit 17). (Street address: 197 Ivory Street, Braintree) This will allow you to park at the adjacent MBTA garage ($9/day), and return by subway or commuter rail to your car after finishing the Boston Marathon.

DEPARTURE TIME

6:30 AM SHARP! This departure time is based on the BAA's required arrival time in Hopkinton for club buses.

COST

Registration for the bus is $40 per person. Colonial Road Runners members receive a $10 discount (automatically applied at checkout), for a net cost of $30. You can sign up for a Colonial Road Runners membership during the registration process for the Bus, and receive the $10 member's discount immediately! (For full information on Colonial Road Runners, visit www.colonialrunners.org.)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Colonial Road Runners Boston Marathon Bus is available ONLY to runners who are registered for the Boston Marathon.

Bus registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration fees are non-refundable.

Rescheduled: The 4K scheduled for Thursday, May 22nd was postponed due to weather and has been rescheduled for Thursday, June 26. There are additional spots available for individual runners and corporate teams. The new registration deadline is Friday, June 20.

The 4K Trail Run is the most unique race in Boston! Taking place on Cathleen Stone Island in the Boston Harbor, teams and individual runners will enjoy an afternoon and evening with their coworkers and friends. After a short ferry ride (~30 minutes) to the island, the event will kick off with a 4K race through the island and end with dinner, beer, and an on-island party.

Every dollar raised from the 4K Trail Run supports Cathleen Stone Island's mission to deliver free, hands-on science learning to Boston's youth. The 4K Trail Run is an excellent way to invest in education of Boston youth and is our most popular corporate fundraising event. This year’s 4K Trail Run will take place on Wednesday, May 21st, and Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 (Teams and runners must select one day to participate).

Experience the grit and glory of Boston, a city where athletic tradition is woven into the very cobblestones of its historic streets. From the legendary finish line of the Boston Marathon to the spirited atmosphere of its world-renowned sports culture, the "City of Champions" provides an electrifying backdrop for athletes ready to push their limits in one of America's most iconic hubs.

The challenge unfolds at the Thomas Michael Menino Convention and Exhibition Center, a premier waterfront venue that offers a sprawling, high-energy arena for the ultimate indoor fitness race. Over three action-packed days, competitors will tackle the signature DEKA FIT course featuring 10 functional fitness zones paired with 5km of running. This event boasts a massive lineup including Elite and Age Group heats, Ruck waves, and high-intensity 2-Person and thrilling 4-Person team categories. For those seeking the pinnacle of endurance, Boston will also host the DEKA FIT Ultra, providing a grueling yet rewarding platform for athletes to cement their own legacy in this historic city.