CTA Reroutes Two North Side Buses for Construction

CTA reroutes #11 Lincoln and #49B buses starting Oct 4 due to Western Brown Line construction

CTA Reroutes #11 Lincoln, #49B Buses Oct 4

Chicago Transit Authority riders on the North Side will see changes to two bus routes starting late Saturday night. The CTA announced temporary reroutes for the #11 Lincoln and #49B North Western buses beginning October 4 at 11:30 PM due to construction in the area. Officials haven't said when the reroutes will end.

Construction Prompts Service Modifications

The reroutes stem from construction work near the Western Brown Line station bus terminal, according to the transit agency. Officials said the changes are necessary to maintain service while work continues in the area. The CTA typically implements temporary reroutes when construction or infrastructure projects affect normal bus operations. Specific details about the construction project, including its scope and expected duration, weren't available by publication time.

Routes Will Bypass Brown Line Terminal

Southbound buses on both routes will operate via Western, Wilson, Lincoln, Montrose, and Western, ending trips at Western/Eastwood instead of the Western Brown Line station bus terminal. Northbound buses will begin trips at Western/Eastwood and continue their normal route on Western. The changes mean riders connecting to the Brown Line will need to walk from the Western/Eastwood stop to the station. Officials advised passengers to allow extra travel time during the reroute period.

Indefinite Timeline for Route Restoration

The reroutes take effect Saturday, October 4, at 11:30 PM, but officials haven't announced when normal service will resume. The CTA said the end date will be determined based on construction progress. Transit agencies typically restore regular routes once infrastructure work is completed and inspected, though timelines can shift based on weather, contractor schedules, and unforeseen complications.

Riders Can Track Service Changes

Passengers affected by the reroutes should plan for longer travel times and possible changes to their usual boarding locations. The CTA provides service alerts through multiple channels, including system trackers and the Ventra app. Moovit offers real-time updates for CTA routes, helping riders navigate temporary service changes and find alternative connections during construction-related disruptions.