CTA Route 119 Adjusts for Construction Work

CTA Route 119 detours via Halsted and Wentworth starting April 17 due to construction

CTA Route 119 Reroutes at 119th/Normal

Chicago's Route 119 Michigan/119th bus will detour around construction starting Friday, April 17, affecting riders at the 119th/Normal intersection. The Chicago Transit Authority said buses traveling in both directions will be temporarily diverted beginning at 8:00 AM, with no end date announced. The agency advised passengers to allow extra travel time due to the service change.

Construction Prompts Service Adjustment

The reroute is necessary due to construction work taking place near the 119th/Normal intersection, according to the transit agency. The CTA classified the alert as causing minor delays and a route change. Officials didn't specify what type of construction is underway or which entity is performing the work. Transit agencies typically implement temporary reroutes when roadwork, utility projects, or infrastructure improvements block normal bus paths.

Detour Path Spans Multiple Streets

Buses will be temporarily diverted via 119th Street, Halsted Street, 115th Street, Wentworth Avenue, and back to 119th Street before resuming their normal route, the CTA said. The detour affects service in both directions at the intersection. Officials didn't provide details about how many stops will be temporarily relocated or whether riders will need to walk to alternate pickup points. The agency said it'll maintain service throughout the construction period.

Timeline Remains Open-Ended

The reroute takes effect Friday, April 17, 2026, at 8:00 AM, though officials haven't said when normal service will resume. The CTA noted the end date is to be determined, suggesting the construction timeline isn't yet finalized. Transit agencies typically announce restoration dates once contractors provide completion estimates.

Riders Should Plan for Delays

Passengers are advised to allow extra travel time due to the service change, the CTA said. The detour adds several blocks to the route's path through the area. Riders can check Moovit for real-time updates on Route 119 service and alternate travel options during the construction period.