Chicago Route 94 Adjusts for Construction Work

CTA Route 94 bus detours around California Avenue construction from March 2 to May 11, 2026

CTA Reroutes Route 94 Bus for Construction Work

Chicago's Route 94 California bus will detour around construction on California Avenue for more than two months, transit officials said. Northbound buses will reroute via California, Archer, and Pershing starting March 2, 2026, at 4:00 AM through May 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Southbound service won't be affected by the changes.

Construction Prompts Service Adjustment

The detour is necessary due to construction work on California Avenue between Archer and Pershing, according to the Chicago Transit Authority. Officials said the work requires temporarily rerouting northbound buses around the affected area. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which contractor is performing the work. Transit agencies typically coordinate service changes with city infrastructure projects to minimize rider disruption while allowing essential maintenance and improvements to proceed.

Two Bus Stops Relocate During Detour

Two northbound stops will move to different corners during the reroute period. The California/Archer stop shifts from the northeast corner to the southeast corner, while the California/Pershing stop moves from the southeast corner to the northeast corner. Officials advised passengers to allow extra travel time during the 10-week detour period. The agency didn't say whether additional buses will be deployed to offset potential delays caused by the longer route.

Changes Take Effect Early March

The reroute begins at 4:00 AM on Monday, March 2, 2026, and continues through 7:00 PM on Monday, May 11, 2026. Officials said the specific start and end times are designed to coordinate with construction schedules. The 10-week duration suggests substantial work is planned for the California Avenue corridor, though the agency hasn't released details about the project scope or whether the timeline could change based on construction progress.

Riders Can Track Service Changes

Passengers should expect modified service on northbound Route 94 throughout the spring construction period. Officials said riders can plan trips accounting for the detour route and relocated stops. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and service alerts for CTA routes, helping riders navigate temporary changes and find the nearest relocated stops during construction periods.