CTA Adjusts Route 24 for Construction Work

CTA reroutes Bus Route 24 via 26th Street and State due to construction at Wentworth and 24th

CTA Reroutes Bus Route 24 Starting April 15

Chicago's CTA will reroute Bus Route 24 Wentworth starting at 7:00 AM on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, transit officials said. The temporary detour affects both directions of travel daily from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with no end date announced. Construction work at the intersection of Wentworth and 24th Street is forcing the service change, according to the transit agency.

Construction Forces Service Modification

The reroute is necessary to accommodate construction activity at Wentworth and 24th Street, CTA officials confirmed. Transit agencies typically implement temporary detours when roadwork blocks regular bus paths or creates safety concerns for passengers and operators. The construction project's scope and expected completion timeline weren't detailed in the agency's announcement. CTA operates more than 120 bus routes across Chicago, with temporary reroutes a common occurrence during infrastructure projects.

Buses Follow Alternate Path Through South Side

During the reroute period, Route 24 buses will travel via Wentworth, 26th Street, State Street, and Cermak Road before returning to Wentworth, officials said. The detour operates daily between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM, with the route following its regular path outside those hours. Passengers are advised to allow extra travel time when using the route during affected hours. The agency didn't specify which stops will be temporarily relocated or skipped during the detour.

No End Date Set for Temporary Detour

CTA officials haven't announced when Route 24 will return to its regular path. The agency said the reroute will remain in effect until construction work at Wentworth and 24th Street is completed, but didn't provide a timeline for the project. Transit officials typically restore normal service as soon as roadwork allows buses to safely navigate their standard routes.

Riders Should Plan for Service Changes

Passengers using Route 24 during morning and afternoon hours should expect the detour to add time to their trips, officials said. The agency advises riders to check for updates before traveling, as construction timelines can shift. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and route information for CTA services, helping riders navigate temporary service changes across Chicago's transit network.