MBTA Orange Line service suspension begins NECN [Video]

Tuesday morning kicks off the start of another closure on the MBTA. This time, it’s on the Orange Line.

Riders can expect a pause in service along a busy section of the line. It’s going to be about a 2 1/2 week closure, but at the end of it all, T officials say your commute will be faster than it was before.

Until then, shuttle buses are back.

They will be replacing service between Forest Hills and Back Bay/Copley as crews work to eliminate slow zones. They’ll also do some lighting work, painting and deep cleaning.

That work will last until Oct. 20. But during that time — Oct. 12-14 — the work will extend to North Station.

Riders are encouraged to use shuttle buses, and also the fare-free commuter rail service between Forest Hills, Ruggles, Back Bay and South Station.

But keep in mind, there will be no shuttle bus service between Back Bay and …