CTA Reroutes #39 Bus Around South Side Construction
CTA reroutes #39 Pershing bus around Indiana Avenue construction between 31st and 41st streets
CTA Reroutes #39 Pershing Bus for Construction
Chicago's #39 Pershing bus route is taking a detour around construction work on the city's South Side, affecting riders traveling between 31st and 41st streets. The Chicago Transit Authority announced the temporary reroute Tuesday morning, directing eastbound and westbound buses onto alternate streets while crews work on Indiana Avenue. Officials haven't said when the construction will be completed or when normal service will resume.
Construction Forces Route Changes
The reroute stems from construction work on Indiana Avenue between 31st and 41st streets, transit officials said. The work requires buses to avoid their normal path through the area, a common occurrence when infrastructure projects affect major transit corridors. CTA classified the change as a planned reroute, indicating the agency had advance notice of the construction schedule. Officials advised passengers to allow extra travel time for their journeys, though they didn't specify how much additional time riders should expect.
Buses Take Different Paths
Eastbound #39 Pershing buses will operate via 41st and Prairie before resuming their normal route on Pershing, according to the transit agency. Westbound #39 buses will operate via 41st and Wabash before returning to their regular path on Pershing. The reroute also includes temporary bus stop changes, though officials didn't specify which stops are affected or where temporary stops will be located. The alert was issued Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 8:16 a.m.
Duration Remains Unclear
The duration of the reroute is currently listed as to be determined, transit officials said. The agency hasn't provided a timeline for when construction on Indiana Avenue will be completed or when buses will return to their normal route. CTA typically coordinates with city construction projects to minimize service disruptions, but specific details about the Indiana Avenue work weren't available.
Riders Should Plan Ahead
Passengers who regularly use the #39 Pershing route should expect changes to their usual boarding locations and travel times while the reroute remains in effect. Officials said riders should allow extra time for their trips, particularly during peak travel periods. Moovit provides real-time updates for CTA routes, helping riders track bus locations and adjust their travel plans during service changes.
