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Rail Lines and Bus Routes Service Updates

August 6, 2024

    GREEN LINE

    Effective 4 AM, Mon, Aug 5

    New Damen Station Opens

    The new Damen Green Line station, situated at the intersection of Damen and Lake, will be operational for service.

    Features for Enhanced Accessibility and Convenience:

    • Accessible for Customers with Disabilities: The station is designed to be fully accessible, ensuring ease of use for all passengers.
    • Staffed Main Entrance: Located on the southwest corner at Damen/Lake, facilitating convenient access and bus transfers.
    • Farecard Vending Machines: Available at the entrance for quick and easy fare purchase.
    • Wide Platforms: Two platforms with increased capacity and improved circulation, featuring full canopy coverage for weather protection.
    • Elevator Access: Elevators available for both platforms, enhancing accessibility.
    • Modern Lighting and Security: LED energy-efficient lighting, security cameras, and speakers throughout the station.
    • Updated Signage: Includes digital displays, neighborhood maps, and Braille.
    • Bicycle Facilities: Equipped with bike racks and a Divvy Bike station.
    • Enhanced Transit Options: Serving nearby residents in Westhaven Park, West Town, the Near West Side, businesses along the Kinzie Industrial Corridor, and visitors to the United Center.

    BLUE LINE

    Aug 5 – 8: Mon to Thu, Nightly from 11 PM to 4 AM Next Day

    Boarding Change and Delays Between Jackson and Racine

    Trip Impact:

    • Boarding/Exiting: All trains board/exit on the O’Hare-bound side of the platform at LaSalle, Clinton, and UIC-Halsted stations.
    • Single-Track Operation: Trains in both directions will operate on the same track between Jackson and Racine, causing minor delays.
    • Travel Advisory: Allow extra travel time.

    PURPLE LINE

    Aug 6 – 8: Tue to Thu, Nightly from 10 PM to 4 AM Next Day

    Boarding Change and Delays Between Central and Davis

    Trip Impact:

    • Boarding/Exiting: All trains board/exit on the Linden-bound side of the platform at Noyes and Foster stations.
    • Single-Track Operation: Trains in both directions will operate on the same track between Central and Davis, causing minor delays.
    • Travel Advisory: Allow extra travel time.

    Bus Routes

    #6 Jackson Park Express Temporary Reroute

    9 AM, Thu, Jul 30 to 5 PM, Fri, Aug 16 or Completion

    Trip Impact:

    • Northbound Route: Buses operate via Michigan, Randolph, Columbus, and Wacker, ending at Wacker/Stetson.
    • Southbound Route: Trips begin at Wacker/Stetson, then resume normal route on Wacker.
    • Travel Advisory: Allow extra travel time.

    Temporary Reroute for #11 Lincoln and #49B North Western

    Aug 5 – 8: 9 AM Mon to 5 PM Thu or Completion

    Trip Impact:

    • Southbound Route: Buses operate via Western, Leland, Lincoln, Wilson, and Western, ending at Western/Leland.
    • Northbound Route: Trips begin at Western/Leland, then continue normal route on Western.
    • Travel Advisory: Allow extra travel time.

    #44 Wallace/Racine Temporary Reroute

    Aug 8 – 9: 9 AM Thu to 5 PM Fri or Completion

    Trip Impact:

    • Southbound Route: Buses operate via Racine, 83rd, Loomis, and 87th, ending at Racine/87th.
    • Northbound Route: Trips begin at Racine/87th, then resume normal route on Racine.
    • Travel Advisory: Allow extra travel time.

    #75 74th/75th Temporary Reroute

    9 AM, Mon, Aug 5 to 5 PM, Mon, Dec 2 or Completion

    Trip Impact:

    • Route Change: Buses operate via 74th, Halsted, 76th, Vincennes, and 75th in both directions.
    • Travel Advisory: Allow extra travel time.

    #77 Belmont Temporary Bus Stop Change

    Thu, Aug 1 to Early Oct or Completion

    Trip Impact:

    • Discontinued Stop: The westbound #77 Belmont bus stop at Belmont/Pacific.
    • Alternative Stops: Board/exit westbound #77 buses at Belmont/Orange or Belmont/Panama.
    • Travel Advisory: Allow extra travel time.

    #124 Navy Pier Temporary Reroute

    Wed, Aug 7: 12 Noon to 2 PM or Completion

    Trip Impact:

    • Westbound Route: Buses operate via Grand, Fairbanks, and Ontario, resuming normal route on Michigan.
    • Eastbound Route: Buses operate via Michigan, Ohio, and Fairbanks, resuming normal route on Illinois.
    • Travel Advisory: Allow extra travel time.

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