Transportation Oversight Division

Transportation Oversight Division

The Transportation Oversight Division regulates the rates and practices of common carriers used to transport passengers and property, including trucks, railways, buses, household moving companies, towing companies, and hazardous waste companies. In addition, we license all intrastate Massachusetts-based motor bus companies. The most critical function of the Division is public safety.

Address

Department of Public Utilities Transportation Oversight Division
One South Station, 5th floor, Boston, MA 02110
directions 

Phone

Main (617) 305-3559

Office Hours Mon - Fri 8:45 am to 5:00 pm

Fax

(617) 478-2598

Who we serve

We oversee the following:

  • Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)
  • Motor coach companies
  • Transit authority buses
  • Highway rail grade crossings
  • School bus drivers
  • Moving companies
  • Tow companies that tow for police and trespass tows
  • Commercial common carriers 

What do you need help with?

Featured services

For Customers of Moving, Towing, or Bus Companies 
Information for Bus, Moving, and Towing Companies 
DPU Oversight of Rail Transit 

Upcoming Events

  • Notice of Hearings: Department of Public Utilities Transportation Oversight Division 

    One South Station, 5th floor, Boston, MA 02110
    Tuesday, May 8, 2018
    9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    In accordance with the provisions of Chapters 159A and 159B of the Massachusetts General Laws, as amended, you are hereby notified of the following hearings to be held on applications for new, amended, or transfer of certificates, licenses, or permits.
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