Chicago Bus 22 Reroutes — CTA Adapts Service
CTA temporarily reroutes Bus 22 around Clark/Addison in Wrigleyville with no timeline given
CTA Reroutes Bus 22 at Clark/Addison
Chicago's Bus Route 22 Clark is temporarily rerouting around the Clark/Addison intersection, transit officials said. The change affects one of the CTA's busiest north-south corridors, which runs from Howard Street to the Museum Campus. Officials didn't specify how many stops are affected or how long the reroute will last.
Wrigleyville Intersection Affected
The Clark/Addison intersection sits in the heart of Wrigleyville near Wrigley Field, serving both residential and entertainment traffic. Transit agencies routinely issue temporary reroute alerts for construction, special events, emergencies, or infrastructure maintenance, according to the CTA. Officials haven't said what's causing this particular reroute. The CTA operates 129 bus routes and provides approximately 1.6 million rides on an average weekday.
Details Limited on Detour Path
The CTA published the service alert Sept. 25 but didn't release specific information about the detour path or which stops riders should use instead. Officials advise passengers to allow extra travel time and check for alternative stops near the intersection. The agency hasn't provided estimates on how the reroute might affect travel times. Specific detour details are available on the CTA's alert page, though the duration of the reroute hasn't been announced.
Timeline Remains Unclear
Transit officials haven't said when the Route 22 service will return to its regular path through Clark/Addison. The alert remains active as of late September, according to the CTA. The agency typically updates service alerts as conditions change, but no end date has been provided for this reroute.
Riders Advised to Check Updates
Passengers who regularly use Route 22 near Clark/Addison should verify stop locations before traveling. The CTA recommends checking the alert page for the most current information about affected stops and detour routing. Moovit provides real-time updates for CTA routes throughout Chicago and surrounding suburbs.
