CTA Adjusts Howard Stop for Sidewalk Work
CTA closes Howard/Clyde bus stop April 22 for sidewalk work, affecting three routes
CTA Moves Bus Stop at Howard/Clyde for Work
Riders using three Chicago bus routes will need to board at different stops starting April 22 due to sidewalk construction. The Chicago Transit Authority announced the westbound bus stop at the northeast corner of Howard and Clyde will be temporarily discontinued at 7 a.m. that Wednesday. The change affects routes 97 Skokie, 201 Central/Ridge, and 206 Evanston Circulator, though officials haven't said when the stop will reopen.
Construction Forces Stop Closure
The stop closure stems from ongoing sidewalk construction work in the Howard/Clyde area, transit officials said. The CTA routinely relocates bus stops when infrastructure projects make existing locations temporarily inaccessible or unsafe for boarding. Officials didn't provide details about the scope of the sidewalk work or which contractor is performing the construction. Transit agencies typically coordinate with city departments to minimize service disruptions during street and sidewalk projects, though specific coordination details for this project weren't available.
Alternative Boarding Locations Set
Passengers will use different stops depending on their travel direction during the closure period. Eastbound riders should board at Howard and Chicago, also known as Clark Street, while westbound passengers can catch buses at Howard and Custer, which corresponds to Damen Avenue. The CTA advised riders using the affected routes to plan accordingly and allow extra time for their journeys. Officials didn't specify how far riders will need to walk to reach the alternative stops or whether additional signage will be posted at the closed location.
Duration Remains Undetermined
The bus stop relocation takes effect Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 7 a.m., but the CTA hasn't announced when the original stop will reopen. The duration is currently listed as to be determined, with no estimated timeline provided for when sidewalk construction will be completed. Transit officials said they'll provide updates on service changes, though they didn't specify how frequently information will be released or through what channels riders can expect notifications about the stop's eventual reopening.
Riders Should Plan for Detour
Passengers who regularly use the Howard/Clyde stop should familiarize themselves with the alternative boarding locations before April 22 to avoid missing their buses. The three affected routes serve different areas, with the 97 connecting to Skokie, the 201 running along Central and Ridge, and the 206 circulating through Evanston. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and updated stop information for CTA routes, helping riders navigate temporary service changes like this stop relocation.
