CTA Adjusts Route 53 Stops to Optimize Service

CTA removes two Route 53 Pulaski bus stops at 2300 S Pulaski starting April 20, 2026

CTA Cuts Two Bus Stops on Route 53 Pulaski

Chicago Transit Authority riders who use Route 53 Pulaski near 2300 S Pulaski will need to find new boarding locations starting April 20. The CTA announced it'll eliminate two mid-block bus stops at that address, affecting both northbound and southbound service. The change takes effect Monday, April 20, 2026, at 9 a.m., though officials haven't said whether the closures are temporary or permanent.

Context

Transit agencies periodically adjust bus stop locations to improve service efficiency and reduce travel times. Mid-block stops are sometimes eliminated to consolidate service at major intersections where more riders can access multiple routes. The CTA operates more than 1,800 bus routes throughout Chicago, with Route 53 Pulaski serving as a major north-south corridor on the city's West Side. Officials didn't provide specific reasons for eliminating these particular stops or say how many daily riders will be affected by the change.

Details

Both the northbound and southbound Route 53 stops mid-block at 2300 S Pulaski will be removed. The CTA listed the duration of this change as "to be determined," leaving unclear whether the stops might eventually be restored. Officials didn't specify which nearby stops riders should use instead or how far passengers will need to walk to reach alternative boarding locations. The agency also hasn't said whether the change is related to construction, safety concerns, or service optimization efforts.

Timeline

The stop eliminations take effect at 9 a.m. on Monday, April 20, 2026. Officials haven't announced whether they'll provide advance signage at the affected stops or how they'll notify regular riders of the change. The CTA typically posts notices at stops scheduled for closure, but whether that'll happen in this case wasn't specified.

Impact

Passengers who regularly use these stops should identify alternative boarding locations along Route 53 before April 20. Officials said riders can contact CTA customer service at 1-888-YOUR-CTA for assistance, though specific details about nearest alternative stops weren't provided. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for Route 53 and all CTA routes to help riders plan trips and find nearby boarding options.