CTA Adjusts 8 Routes During State Street Work

Eight CTA bus routes relocate to temporary stops as State Street closes for six weeks

CTA Reroutes 8 Downtown Bus Routes for 6 Weeks

Eight Chicago Transit Authority bus routes will board at temporary stops for the next six weeks as construction closes a key downtown street segment. Southbound State Street between Wacker and Randolph will be closed to traffic, forcing CTA to relocate boarding locations for affected routes. The agency said northbound service won't be affected by the construction work.

Construction Forces State Street Closure

The closure affects a critical stretch of State Street in Chicago's Loop, where multiple bus routes typically operate. Transit officials said the construction work requires the full closure of southbound lanes in the affected area. The CTA regularly adjusts routes when street closures impact bus operations, though officials didn't specify what type of construction necessitated this particular closure. Downtown street closures typically affect thousands of daily riders who rely on State Street bus service for access to offices, retail, and transit connections.

Most Routes Board at State and Washington

Seven of the eight affected southbound routes will board at the southwest corner of State and Washington during the closure, transit officials said. One route will use an alternative boarding location at Michigan and South Water. The agency didn't specify which route numbers are affected or provide details about how service frequency might be impacted by the temporary stops. Officials said passengers should look for temporary signage directing them to the relocated boarding areas.

Six-Week Timeline for Street Work

The reroute will remain in effect for approximately six weeks, according to CTA. Officials didn't provide a specific start or end date for the construction period. The agency said it will notify riders when normal routing resumes on State Street. Transit officials advised passengers to allow extra travel time during the closure period to account for potential delays or confusion about temporary boarding locations.

Riders Should Plan for Delays

Passengers who regularly use southbound State Street routes should plan their trips accordingly and budget additional commute time, CTA officials said. The agency advised riders to check for service updates before traveling. Moovit provides real-time CTA bus tracking and can help riders navigate the temporary boarding locations during the six-week construction period.