CTA Reroutes #39 Bus Around Construction Zone
CTA reroutes #39 Pershing bus around Indiana Avenue construction between 41st and 31st streets
CTA Reroutes #39 Pershing Bus for Construction
Chicago's #39 Pershing bus route will detour around construction work on Indiana Avenue between 41st and 31st streets, the Chicago Transit Authority announced Tuesday. Eastbound buses will operate via 41st and Prairie before resuming their normal route on Pershing, while westbound buses will use 41st and Wabash. The CTA hasn't said when the reroute will end, listing the duration as to be determined.
Construction Prompts Service Adjustment
The temporary reroute is necessary to accommodate construction work on Indiana Avenue, transit officials said. The affected stretch runs between 41st and 31st streets in Chicago's South Side. The CTA classified the change as a planned reroute, indicating the agency coordinated with construction crews ahead of the work. Officials didn't provide details about the nature of the construction project or which agency is overseeing the work.
Route Details and Affected Stops
Eastbound #39 Pershing buses will detour north to 41st Street, then travel east on Prairie Avenue before returning to their regular route on Pershing Road. Westbound buses will follow 41st Street to Wabash Avenue before resuming normal service on Pershing. The CTA didn't specify which bus stops along Indiana Avenue will be temporarily closed or whether alternate stop locations have been established. Passengers are advised to allow extra travel time for their journeys during the reroute period.
Timeline Remains Unclear
The CTA issued the service alert at 8:16 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2026, but officials haven't announced when the reroute will end. The agency listed the duration as to be determined, suggesting the timeline depends on construction progress. Transit officials typically provide advance notice before service returns to normal routing, though no specific date for updates was given.
Rider Information and Updates
Passengers who regularly use the #39 Pershing route should plan for potential delays and modified stop locations during the construction period. The CTA said riders should allow extra time for their trips while the detour is in effect. Moovit provides real-time updates for CTA routes, including current service alerts and alternate routing information for affected bus lines.
