Chicago CTA Adapts Routes for Cubs Game Day Crowds
CTA rerouted Routes 22 Clark and 152 Addison around Wrigley Field for Cubs game Sept 13
CTA Reroutes 2 Buses for Cubs Game at Wrigley
Two major Chicago bus routes faced temporary detours September 13 as the Cubs played at Wrigley Field. The CTA rerouted the 22 Clark and 152 Addison buses around the Clark and Addison intersection, transit officials said. The changes affected one of the system's busiest north-south routes, with Route 22 Clark carrying approximately 15,000-20,000 riders on an average weekday. Officials classified the alert as high priority but didn't specify how many riders were affected or expected delay times.
Standard Practice for Stadium Events
The CTA regularly implements temporary bus detours for Cubs games at Wrigley Field, particularly for high-attendance games and special events. With 81 home games per season, transit adjustments in the Wrigleyville area are routine during baseball season. Transit agencies across the country coordinate with sports venues and city traffic management to implement similar service adjustments during major events. Boston's MBTA reroutes buses around Fenway Park for Red Sox games, while San Francisco's SFMTA adjusts service for Giants games at Oracle Park.
Limited Details in Same-Day Alert
The CTA didn't provide specific streets used for the detour routes or the exact game start time in its service alert. Officials advised riders to check the transit system's website for specific routing information. The agency didn't release estimates of delay times for affected passengers. Same-day alerts often lack comprehensive detail as they're posted quickly to notify riders of immediate changes. Dorval R. Carter Jr., CTA President, oversees the transit system that serves Chicago and 35 surrounding suburbs.
Detours Active During Game Hours
The detours were in effect during the Cubs game on September 13, though specific timing wasn't provided in the alert. Transit officials said the reroutes would last for the duration of the game and related crowd management needs. The CTA typically restores normal routing once event-related street closures end and crowds disperse from the area.
Riders Can Check Real-Time Updates
Passengers using routes near Wrigley Field should expect similar detours throughout baseball season when the Cubs play at home. The CTA posts service alerts on its travel information system as changes occur. Riders can access real-time bus tracking and route information through Moovit to navigate detours and find alternate routes during game days. Officials said checking for alerts before traveling to the Wrigleyville area on game days can help riders plan accordingly.
