CTA Adjusts Bus Stop for Construction Safety

CTA relocates southbound Clark/Lake bus stop one block south due to construction

CTA Moves Bus Stop at Clark/Lake for Construction

Chicago riders using routes 22 Clark and 24 Wentworth need to board one block south of their usual downtown stop. The Chicago Transit Authority discontinued the southbound bus stop at Clark/Lake's southwest corner starting March 25 due to construction and sidewalk closures, officials said. Passengers should now board at Clark/Randolph instead, and the agency hasn't said when the original stop will reopen.

Construction Forces Downtown Stop Closure

The stop change affects a busy downtown transfer point where riders connect between bus routes and the Loop's rail stations. Construction work and related sidewalk closures made the Clark/Lake stop inaccessible, forcing the temporary relocation. Transit agencies typically close stops near construction zones when pedestrian access becomes unsafe or blocked. The CTA didn't provide details about the specific construction project or its expected completion date.

One-Block Detour Affects Two Routes

Both routes 22 Clark and 24 Wentworth now skip the Clark/Lake stop for southbound service. Passengers must walk one block south to Clark/Randolph to catch southbound buses on either route. The change took effect at 9 a.m. on Monday, March 25, 2024. Officials listed the duration as to be determined, meaning riders should expect the alternate boarding location to remain in place for an indefinite period.

Agency Hasn't Set Restoration Timeline

The CTA hasn't announced when the Clark/Lake stop will reopen for southbound service. Officials said passengers should allow extra time for boarding at the alternate location and plan trips accordingly. The agency typically restores temporary stop changes once construction work concludes and sidewalks reopen, but no specific timeline was provided for this location.

Riders Should Check for Updates

Downtown commuters who regularly use the Clark/Lake stop should verify current boarding locations before traveling. The stop change affects morning and evening rush periods when both routes carry heavy ridership between North Side neighborhoods and the Loop. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for CTA routes throughout Chicago.