CTA Reroutes Ashland Buses Around Construction Zone

CTA reroutes northbound #9 Ashland buses overnight via Harrison, Damen, Jackson for construction

CTA Reroutes #9 Ashland Buses for Construction

Riders on Chicago's #9 Ashland and #X9 Ashland Express routes will see temporary changes overnight as construction work forces a detour. The Chicago Transit Authority issued an alert for northbound buses, which'll be rerouted along Ashland, Harrison, Damen, and Jackson before resuming their normal route on Ashland. Southbound buses won't be affected by the construction work taking place on Ashland between Congress and Van Buren.

Construction Work Prompts Overnight Service Change

The reroute is necessary due to construction work on Ashland between Congress and Van Buren, transit officials said. The temporary service change is scheduled to take place overnight, though specific start and end dates weren't provided in the alert. Construction-related detours are common on Chicago's bus network, particularly on major north-south corridors like Ashland that serve as key transit arteries. The CTA typically coordinates with city departments to minimize disruption during roadwork projects.

Northbound Buses Follow Detour Route

Northbound #9 and #X9 buses will travel along Ashland, then turn onto Harrison before continuing to Damen and Jackson, where they'll rejoin their regular route on Ashland. The detour adds several blocks to the normal path through the construction zone. Southbound service will continue operating on its regular route without changes, officials confirmed. Passengers are advised to allow extra travel time during this period, particularly those connecting to other routes or rail lines in the affected area.

Overnight Implementation for Minimal Impact

The temporary reroute is scheduled to take place overnight, according to the transit agency, though officials didn't specify which nights or how long the detour will remain in effect. The CTA said the timing is designed to accommodate construction crews while maintaining service for riders. Additional details about the duration of the reroute weren't available in the alert.

Riders Should Plan for Extra Travel Time

Passengers using northbound #9 Ashland and #X9 Ashland Express service should expect slightly longer trips during the overnight construction period. The detour adds stops along Harrison, Damen, and Jackson before buses return to Ashland. Riders can check Moovit for real-time updates on #9 and #X9 service, including any delays related to the construction detour.