Chicago Route 115 Adapts to Keep Riders Moving
Route 115 buses detour via Stony Island and 103rd Street, affecting eight stops
CTA Reroutes Route 115 at 95th/Cottage Grove
Chicago's Route 115 bus service is temporarily rerouted at the 95th Street and Cottage Grove intersection due to construction, transit officials said. The change affects four stops in each direction, with buses using alternate streets to bypass the work zone. The reroute began December 29, though officials haven't announced when construction will be complete.
Construction Prompts Service Adjustment
The temporary reroute allows Route 115 to maintain service while construction proceeds at the busy 95th/Cottage Grove intersection, according to the transit agency. Route 115 connects Chicago's Pullman neighborhood with the 95th/Dan Ryan Red Line terminal on the Far South Side, providing a critical link to rapid transit for the area. Specific details about the construction project weren't immediately available. The CTA operates 129 bus routes throughout Chicago and 40 surrounding suburbs, and routinely adjusts service around infrastructure work to maintain safety and continuity.
Routing Changes Affect Multiple Stops
Southbound buses now travel via 95th Street, Stony Island Avenue, 103rd Street, and Cottage Grove Avenue to bypass the construction zone. Northbound buses use the reverse path: Cottage Grove, 103rd, Stony Island, and 95th. Four stops in each direction are either temporarily relocated or not served during the reroute. The agency hasn't released information about how many riders are affected by the temporary service change or provided route-specific ridership data.
Duration Remains Unclear
The reroute will remain in effect during ongoing construction at 95th and Cottage Grove, officials said. The CTA hasn't announced an expected completion date for the work or when Route 115 will return to its regular routing. Transit agencies typically provide updates through their alert systems as construction projects progress, though specific timelines often depend on contractor schedules and weather conditions.
Riders Advised to Plan Ahead
Passengers who regularly use Route 115 should allow extra travel time and check for updates before heading out, as the routing changes may affect trip duration and boarding locations. The CTA announced the temporary reroute through its service alert system but didn't provide additional comment about passenger impact. Moovit provides real-time updates for CTA routes, including temporary service changes and stop relocations.
