CTA Reroutes 8 Routes for State Street Work

Eight CTA bus routes detour around State Street closure between Wacker and Randolph

CTA Reroutes 8 Bus Routes for State Street Work

Eight Chicago Transit Authority bus routes will detour around downtown construction starting Monday, April 13. Southbound State Street will close between Wacker and Randolph for six weeks, forcing riders on routes #2, #6, #10, #29, #36, #62, #146, and #148 to use alternate boarding locations. The CTA said northbound service won't be affected by the closure, which runs through May 25.

Construction Closure Affects Downtown Core

The closure affects one of Chicago's busiest transit corridors during a critical construction period in the Loop. State Street carries thousands of daily bus riders through the downtown core, with the affected block serving major office buildings and retail destinations. Transit officials said the work requires a full closure of southbound lanes to ensure worker safety and project efficiency. The CTA typically coordinates major downtown closures with the city's Department of Transportation to minimize disruptions during peak construction season.

Riders Face New Boarding Locations

Passengers on six routes—#2, #6, #10, #29, #36, and #62—should board at State/Washington instead of their regular State Street stops between Wacker and Randolph. Routes #146 and #148 will use Michigan/Madison as an alternate boarding point. The CTA said riders should allow extra travel time during the six-week detour period. Officials didn't specify whether additional buses would be deployed to handle potential crowding at the consolidated stops, though the agency typically monitors ridership during major service changes.

Six-Week Detour Begins Monday Morning

The reroute takes effect Monday, April 13, 2026 at 9 a.m. and continues through Monday, May 25, 2026. The CTA said the timing allows construction crews to complete necessary work in the downtown area. Officials advised passengers to plan accordingly and expect potential delays during the adjustment period, particularly in the first few days after the change takes effect.

Riders Can Track Detour Updates

Downtown commuters and Loop visitors should prepare for the extended service change by identifying their new boarding locations before Monday. The CTA said passengers can expect normal service to resume after May 25, though officials didn't specify an exact time for the restoration. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and updated route information for all CTA services, helping riders navigate detours and find alternate boarding points during construction periods.