CTA Adjusts Routes 11, 49B for Station Work

CTA reroutes buses 11 and 49B starting Oct 4 due to Western Brown Line construction

CTA Reroutes Bus Routes 11, 49B for Construction

Chicago Transit Authority riders on the North Side will need to adjust their travel plans starting late Saturday night. The CTA announced temporary reroutes for bus routes #11 Lincoln and #49B North Western beginning October 4 at 11:30 PM due to construction near the Western Brown Line station. Officials haven't said when the reroutes will end, advising passengers to allow extra travel time during the disruption.

Construction Forces Terminal Changes

The service modifications stem from construction work in the Western Brown Line station area, transit officials said. The changes affect how buses access the station's bus terminal, requiring temporary route adjustments for both southbound and northbound service. Construction projects near transit hubs typically require coordination between multiple city departments and contractors. The CTA regularly implements temporary reroutes to accommodate infrastructure improvements while maintaining service continuity for riders who depend on these routes for daily commutes.

Southbound, Northbound Routes Diverge

Southbound buses on routes #11 and #49B will operate via Western, Wilson, Lincoln, Montrose, and Western, ending trips at Western/Eastwood instead of the Western Brown Line station bus terminal. Northbound buses will begin trips at Western/Eastwood before continuing their normal route on Western. The reroute creates a gap of several blocks between the temporary terminal at Western/Eastwood and the regular Brown Line station terminal. Officials didn't specify whether shuttle service or alternative connections will be provided to bridge that gap for riders transferring between buses and trains.

Reroute Begins Late Saturday Night

The temporary routing takes effect Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 11:30 PM, with the end date to be determined. The late-night start time suggests the construction work may begin over the weekend when ridership is typically lower. Transit officials said they'll announce the restoration of normal service once construction is complete, but they haven't provided an estimated timeline for the project's duration.

Riders Face Extended Walks to Trains

Passengers who normally transfer between routes #11 or #49B and the Brown Line will need to walk several additional blocks during the reroute period. The temporary terminal at Western/Eastwood sits north of the Western Brown Line station, requiring riders to navigate surface streets to reach train platforms. The CTA advised passengers to allow extra travel time and stay informed about service changes. Moovit provides real-time CTA bus tracking and alternative route suggestions for riders affected by the temporary reroutes.