CTA Reroutes Bus 124 for Canal Street Work

CTA reroutes Bus 124 via Clinton, Van Buren, Jefferson due to Canal Street reconstruction

CTA Reroutes Bus 124 for Canal Street Work

Chicago's #124 Navy Pier bus will follow a detour route starting Monday, December 15, as the city reconstructs Canal Street, transit officials said. The Chicago Transit Authority hasn't announced when the route will return to normal service. Westbound buses will end trips on Clinton between Adams and Quincy, while eastbound buses will detour via Clinton, Van Buren, and Jefferson before resuming regular routing on Washington.

Context & Background

The reroute is necessary due to the Chicago Department of Transportation's Canal Street Reconstruction Project, according to CTA officials. The infrastructure work requires buses to avoid their usual path through the construction zone. Transit agencies typically implement temporary reroutes during major street reconstruction projects to maintain service while keeping buses away from active work zones. Officials said passengers should allow extra travel time during the detour period.

Key Details

Westbound boarding will be available on the northwest corner at Clinton and Quincy, CTA officials said. Eastbound passengers can board at four temporary locations: the northeast corner at Jefferson and Van Buren, the northeast corner at Jefferson and Jackson, the southwest corner at Jefferson and Washington, and the southwest corner at Washington and Canal. The agency didn't provide details about how many daily trips the route operates or how many riders typically use the affected segment. Officials said the detour adds several blocks to the route's path through downtown.

Timeline & Implementation

The service change takes effect Monday, December 15, 2025, but CTA officials haven't determined an end date for the reroute. The timeline depends on completion of CDOT's Canal Street reconstruction work, though specific project milestones weren't available. Transit officials said they'll announce when normal routing resumes once construction wraps up. Passengers should check for updates as the project progresses.

Rider Impact & Moovit

Riders traveling to Navy Pier or through downtown should plan for longer trip times and familiarize themselves with the temporary boarding locations, officials said. The detour affects both directions of the route through the Loop area. Passengers can use Moovit for real-time updates on #124 Navy Pier bus locations and adjusted travel times during the Canal Street construction period.