CTA Reroutes Two South Side Routes for Utility Work
CTA reroutes #N5 and #67 buses starting August 11 for utility work on 67th Street
CTA Reroutes Two South Side Bus Routes for Work
Two Chicago bus routes will take different paths starting Monday due to utility work on the South Side. The Chicago Transit Authority's #N5 South Shore Night Bus and #67 67th-69th-71st routes will be rerouted beginning August 11 at 7:00 AM, officials said. The changes affect service along 67th Street between Kenwood and Dorchester, where utility maintenance work is underway.
Utility Work Prompts Service Adjustment
The reroute is necessary to accommodate utility maintenance work on 67th Street between Kenwood and Dorchester, according to the transit agency. CTA classified this as a planned reroute, allowing the agency to notify riders in advance of the service change. Transit agencies typically coordinate with utility companies and city departments when infrastructure work requires temporary route modifications. Officials didn't specify which utility company is conducting the maintenance or what type of work is being performed.
Routes Will Use Alternate Streets
Both affected routes will operate in both directions via 67th, Cottage Grove, Marquette, Stony Island, and back to 67th streets during the reroute period. The detour takes buses off their regular path through the section of 67th Street where utility crews are working. Passengers are advised to allow extra travel time during this period. Officials haven't said how much additional time riders should expect for their trips or how many stops will be temporarily relocated.
Duration Remains Undetermined
The reroute takes effect Monday, August 11, 2025, at 7:00 AM, but the end date is currently listed as to be determined. CTA hasn't provided an estimated timeline for when the utility work will be completed and buses can return to their regular routes. The agency said it will provide updates as more information becomes available about the project's duration.
Riders Should Plan for Changes
South Side riders who use the #N5 or #67 routes should plan for the temporary route changes and potential delays. The CTA recommends checking for real-time updates before traveling. Moovit provides current route information and service alerts for CTA buses, helping riders navigate temporary changes and plan alternative routes when needed.
