CTA Reroutes Ashland Buses Around Construction Zone
CTA reroutes northbound #9 Ashland buses overnight via Harrison, Damen, Jackson for work
CTA Reroutes #9 Ashland Buses for Construction
Northbound #9 Ashland and #X9 Ashland Express buses will detour overnight due to construction work on Ashland between Congress and Van Buren, the Chicago Transit Authority said. The buses will operate via Ashland, Harrison, Damen, and Jackson before resuming their normal route on Ashland. Southbound service won't be affected by the temporary change.
Construction Prompts Service Adjustment
The reroute is necessary to accommodate construction work taking place on a section of Ashland Avenue in the downtown area, transit officials said. The affected stretch runs between Congress Parkway and Van Buren Street, requiring buses to use alternate streets to bypass the work zone. Officials didn't specify what type of construction is underway or how long the project will last. Transit agencies typically coordinate with city departments to minimize service disruptions during infrastructure projects while maintaining safe access for buses and riders.
Detour Route Details
Northbound buses will travel along Ashland Avenue until reaching the construction zone, then turn onto Harrison Street before using Damen Avenue and Jackson Boulevard to navigate around the work area, according to the transit agency. After completing the detour, buses will return to Ashland Avenue and continue their regular route northward. Officials said passengers should allow extra travel time during the overnight hours when the reroute is in effect. The agency didn't provide specific details about how much additional time riders should expect for their trips.
Overnight Implementation
The temporary service change is scheduled to take place during overnight hours, transit officials said, though specific start and end times weren't provided. The CTA typically implements construction-related reroutes during periods of lower ridership to minimize passenger impact. Officials didn't say whether the detour will be in effect for multiple nights or specify when normal service will resume.
Rider Information
Passengers using the #9 Ashland or #X9 Ashland Express routes during overnight hours should plan for the detour and allow additional travel time, officials said. The CTA operates eight rail lines and more than 100 bus routes across Chicago, with service alerts issued regularly for construction, maintenance, and other temporary changes. Riders can check Moovit for real-time bus locations and updated route information during the construction period.
