CTA Route 119 Adjusts for Construction Work
CTA Route 119 detours via Halsted, 115th, 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 at the 119th/Normal intersection starting April 17, the Chicago Transit Authority said. Buses traveling in both directions will be diverted via 119th Street, Halsted Street, 115th Street, and Wentworth Avenue before returning to their regular route. The reroute begins Friday, April 17, 2026, at 8:00 AM, with no end date announced yet.
Construction Prompts Service Change
The temporary detour 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 reroute buses around infrastructure projects, utility work, or street improvements that block normal travel lanes.
Detour Route Details
Buses will follow a four-street detour loop to bypass the affected intersection. From 119th Street, buses will turn onto Halsted Street, then 115th Street, followed by Wentworth Avenue before returning to 119th Street to resume normal service. The CTA advised passengers to allow extra travel time due to the service change. Officials didn't provide estimates for how much additional time riders should expect or how many trips per day will be affected by the detour.
Open-Ended Timeline
The reroute takes effect Friday, April 17, 2026, at 8:00 AM, but the CTA hasn't announced when buses will return to their regular route. The end date remains to be determined, according to the transit agency. Officials didn't say whether the duration depends on construction completion or other factors. The agency typically provides updates as projects progress.
Rider Information
Passengers on Route 119 should plan for longer trips while the detour is in effect. The CTA provides service alerts, trackers, and social media updates to keep customers informed about changes. Moovit offers real-time updates for CTA routes, helping riders adjust their travel plans during service disruptions.
