Chicago CTA Expands Early Morning Transit Options
CTA Route 124 Navy Pier begins earlier weekday service starting January 13
CTA Adds Earlier Weekday Service on Route 124
Chicago's Route 124 Navy Pier now starts weekday service earlier, giving commuters more options for early morning travel. The Chicago Transit Authority implemented the schedule change Monday, January 13, transit officials said. The enhancement serves riders heading to work, school, or other early commitments along the route connecting Union Station to Navy Pier and the Museum Campus.
Service Enhancement Expands Morning Options
The schedule adjustment addresses gaps in early morning transit availability across the CTA system. While some CTA routes operate 24/7, most routes have limited early morning service, according to the transit agency. Route 124 serves key destinations including Navy Pier, the Museum Campus, and surrounding areas with connections to Union Station. The change is part of ongoing efforts to restore and enhance service following pandemic-related reductions, officials said.
Details Available Through CTA Resources
The transit agency announced the change through a service alert posted January 9 on its website. Officials didn't release specific new departure times in the alert, directing riders instead to check schedules for exact timing. The CTA operates 129 bus routes system-wide, serving an average of 800,000 weekday bus riders. Officials haven't said whether additional buses or trips were required to provide the earlier service.
Change Takes Effect This Week
The earlier weekday service began Monday, January 13, four days after the transit agency posted the service alert. Officials typically notify riders several weeks before major service changes, though the timeline for this single-route adjustment was shorter. The agency hasn't said whether similar schedule enhancements are planned for other routes.
Riders Can Access Updated Schedules
Commuters using Route 124 should check current schedules to take advantage of the earlier departure times. The service enhancement provides additional early morning options for riders traveling to downtown Chicago, Navy Pier, and Museum Campus destinations. Moovit provides real-time schedule information and service updates for CTA Route 124 and all Chicago transit routes.
