CTA Reroutes Bus 24 for Construction Work
CTA reroutes Bus 24 during daytime hours starting April 15 due to Wentworth construction
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CTA Reroutes Bus 24 for Wentworth Construction
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Chicago's #24 Wentworth bus will take a different route during daytime hours starting Wednesday due to construction work. The Chicago Transit Authority announced the temporary reroute begins April 15 at 7 a.m., affecting service from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The change stems from construction at Wentworth and 24th Street, though officials haven't said when the work will be completed.
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The reroute affects one of the CTA's key north-south bus routes serving Chicago's South Side. Construction projects at major intersections typically require transit agencies to modify bus paths to maintain service while keeping riders and workers safe. Officials said the daytime-only reroute allows the #24 to continue serving the corridor while crews complete necessary infrastructure work. The agency didn't provide details about the specific construction project or its scope.
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During the reroute period, #24 Wentworth buses will operate in both directions via Wentworth, 26th, State, Cermak and Wentworth between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily. The modified path takes buses around the construction zone at Wentworth and 24th Street. Officials said riders should allow extra travel time during the reroute hours. The agency hasn't specified how much additional time passengers should plan for or which specific stops will be temporarily relocated or skipped.
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The service change takes effect Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7 a.m., transit officials confirmed. The CTA hasn't announced an end date for the reroute, saying the duration depends on construction progress. Officials said they'll notify riders when normal routing resumes. The agency typically posts service alerts several days before planned changes take effect.
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Riders on the #24 Wentworth should check for updates before traveling during the reroute period, particularly if they board or exit near the affected intersection. The CTA said passengers can stay informed about service changes through the agency's communication channels. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for CTA routes, helping riders plan trips around temporary reroutes and construction-related delays.
