CTA Adjusts Route 39 Stop for Construction
CTA relocates westbound Route 39 bus stop from northeast to northwest corner due to construction
CTA Moves Route 39 Bus Stop at Pershing/Morgan
Riders catching the westbound #39 Pershing bus at Pershing/Morgan will need to walk to a different corner starting Friday. The Chicago Transit Authority is relocating the bus stop from the northeast corner to the northwest corner at Pershing/Morgan, effective Friday, November 7, 2025, at 7:00 AM. The temporary move is necessary due to ongoing construction in the area, transit officials said.
Construction Forces Temporary Relocation
The bus stop change affects only westbound service on the #39 Pershing route at the Pershing/Morgan intersection. Construction activity in the area has made the northeast corner location temporarily unavailable for bus operations. The CTA classified this as a Bus Stop Note alert, indicating a location change rather than a service disruption. Officials said the relocation will allow buses to continue serving the area safely while construction work proceeds. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is underway or which entity is managing the project.
Stop Moves One Block Across Intersection
Passengers will find the temporary stop on the northwest corner of the same intersection, requiring them to cross to the opposite side of Pershing Road. The stop will serve the same westbound #39 Pershing buses on the same schedule. Officials said riders should look for standard CTA bus stop signage at the new temporary location. The agency hasn't provided details about whether the stop will have the same amenities as the original location, such as shelters or seating. Specific information about how many daily riders use this particular stop wasn't available.
Return Date Remains Unannounced
The CTA hasn't said when the bus stop will return to its original northeast corner location. Officials described the change as temporary but didn't provide a timeline for how long construction will affect the area. The agency typically announces stop relocations several days in advance to give riders time to adjust their routines. Transit officials said they'll notify passengers when the stop returns to its permanent location.
Riders Should Plan for Corner Change
Passengers who regularly use this stop should allow extra time Friday morning to locate the new temporary position. The one-block difference means riders approaching from certain directions will need to adjust their walking routes to reach the northwest corner. Officials encouraged passengers to check for updated stop information before their trips. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for CTA routes, helping riders track their buses and navigate temporary changes.
