CTA Adjusts Route 39 Stop for Construction
CTA relocates westbound Route 39 bus stop at Pershing and Morgan to northwest corner
CTA Moves Bus Stop on Route 39 Due to Work
Riders using the westbound #39 Pershing bus at Pershing and Morgan will find their stop relocated starting Friday, November 7. The Chicago Transit Authority's moving the stop from the northeast corner to the northwest corner of the intersection due to ongoing construction in the area, officials said. The agency hasn't announced when the stop will return to its original location.
Construction Prompts Temporary Change
The relocation addresses construction activity that's making the original stop location temporarily unavailable, according to the transit agency. Bus stop relocations are common during infrastructure projects and typically last several weeks to several months depending on the scope of work. The CTA said the new stop location is just across the street from the original position, minimizing the impact on riders' walking distances. Officials didn't specify what type of construction is underway at the intersection.
Single Stop Affected on Pershing Route
The change affects only the westbound stop at Pershing and Morgan, with all other stops on the #39 Pershing route continuing to operate at their regular locations. The relocation takes effect at 7:00 AM on November 7, transit officials confirmed. Eastbound service at the intersection isn't affected by the construction work. The agency said riders should look for temporary signage directing them to the relocated stop at the northwest corner.
No End Date Set for Relocation
Officials haven't announced when the bus stop will return to its original location at the northeast corner. The CTA typically restores stops to their permanent locations once construction work is completed and the area is safe for passenger boarding. The agency said it'll notify riders through its alert system when the stop returns to its original position.
Riders Can Track Service Changes
Passengers using Route 39 should plan for the new stop location when traveling westbound through the Pershing and Morgan intersection. The CTA provides service alerts through multiple channels to keep riders informed of temporary changes. Moovit offers real-time updates for CTA routes, helping riders navigate temporary stop relocations and plan trips around construction-related service modifications.
