CTA Reroutes #77 Belmont to Maintain Service

CTA reroutes #77 Belmont buses via Laramie and Diversey due to Central Avenue blockage

CTA Reroutes #77 Belmont Buses Due to Blockage

Chicago's #77 Belmont bus route is running on a detour in both directions due to a street blockage near Central Avenue and Belmont Avenue, transit officials said. The reroute began Sunday evening, April 19, at 10:14 p.m., and the CTA hasn't announced when normal service will resume. The agency said the detour is causing minor delays, and riders should allow extra travel time.

Detour Route Details

The temporary route follows Belmont Avenue to Laramie Avenue, then continues along Diversey Avenue to Austin Avenue before returning to the regular route on Belmont Avenue, according to the transit agency. The detour affects service in both directions along the corridor. Officials said the reroute was necessary to maintain service while the street blockage near Central Avenue is addressed. The CTA confirmed that no other bus routes are affected by this service change.

Service Impact and Duration

The reroute is classified as causing minor delays, though specific time impacts weren't provided by the agency. Transit officials said they're monitoring the situation and will restore normal service once the street blockage is cleared, but they haven't given a timeline for when that might happen. The CTA advises passengers to check for updates on the duration of the temporary detour. The agency said it continues to assess conditions along the affected corridor.

Timeline and Implementation

The service change took effect Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 10:14 p.m., according to CTA officials. The agency hasn't specified an end date for the reroute, saying normal service will resume once the street blockage near Central and Belmont is cleared. Officials didn't provide details about what's causing the blockage or how long clearance work might take.

Rider Information and Updates

Passengers using the #77 Belmont route should plan for longer travel times and possible schedule changes during the detour period. The CTA said riders can access real-time bus locations and arrival predictions to help plan their trips. Moovit provides real-time updates for CTA routes, including detour information and adjusted arrival times for affected stops along the #77 Belmont corridor.