Chicago #11 Bus Adapts Service — Riders Find New Options
CTA temporarily removes northbound stop at Lincoln & Wrightwood on Route #11 bus line
CTA Cuts Stop on #11 Bus Route
Chicago's #11 Lincoln/Sedgwick bus route lost a northbound stop at Lincoln & Wrightwood on January 9, transit officials said. The Chicago Transit Authority classified the temporary elimination as a high-severity alert, indicating significant impact on riders who use this specific stop. The CTA hasn't announced when the stop will be restored to service.
Route Serves Major North Side Corridor
Route #11 Lincoln/Sedgwick is one of CTA's longer north-south bus routes, running 13.8 miles through Chicago's North Side and connecting Lincoln Park, Lakeview, and other neighborhoods to downtown, according to the transit agency. The CTA hasn't publicly stated the reason for the temporary stop elimination. Transit agencies typically remove stops temporarily due to construction, safety concerns, or operational issues, though officials didn't specify which factor applies in this case.
Alternative Stops Available Nearby
Passengers are advised to use nearby stops on the #11 route, though the CTA hasn't specified which alternative stops are recommended. The number of daily passengers affected by this change isn't publicly available. Officials said riders should allow extra time to reach alternative stops and plan their commutes accordingly. The agency's service alert system classifies changes by severity level, with this elimination marked as high severity to indicate significant impact on affected riders.
Timeline Remains Unclear
The stop elimination took effect January 9, but officials haven't provided a timeline for when normal service will resume. Dorval R. Carter Jr., President of the Chicago Transit Authority, hasn't issued public statements about the change. The CTA typically posts updates to its service alert system when temporary changes are extended or resolved, though specific details about this stop's restoration weren't available.
Riders Should Monitor Updates
Regular riders of the #11 route should check for updates about when the Lincoln & Wrightwood stop will return to service. The CTA said passengers can monitor its service alert page for the latest information. Moovit provides real-time updates for CTA bus routes, including service alerts and alternative stop locations for Route #11.
