CTA Route 60 Adjusts for Canal Street Work

CTA Route 60 eastbound buses detour via Harrison and Jefferson for yearlong Canal Street project

CTA Reroutes Route 60 Buses for Canal Project

Chicago's Route 60 Blue Island/26th bus will detour around a major street reconstruction project for about a year, transit officials said. Eastbound buses will reroute via Harrison and Jefferson streets before resuming their normal path on Washington, while westbound service won't be affected. The Chicago Department of Transportation's Canal Street Reconstruction Project is driving the change, which affects several boarding locations in the West Loop area.

Infrastructure Work Drives Service Adjustment

The Canal Street reconstruction represents one of several infrastructure projects affecting Chicago transit service this year, according to the transit agency. Officials said the work requires temporary street closures that make the normal Route 60 path impassable for eastbound buses. The yearlong timeline reflects the scope of CDOT's street reconstruction work, which typically includes utility upgrades, pavement replacement, and streetscape improvements. Transit agencies routinely coordinate with municipal departments to minimize service disruptions during major construction projects.

Five Temporary Stops Designated for Eastbound Riders

Eastbound Route 60 passengers will board at five temporary locations along Jefferson Street and Washington Boulevard, transit officials said. The designated stops include Jefferson at Harrison, Van Buren, Jackson, and Washington, plus Washington at Canal. Westbound riders won't see any changes to their boarding locations or route path. Officials said passengers should allow extra travel time during the detour period, though specific delay estimates weren't provided. The agency hasn't said whether additional buses will be deployed to offset potential schedule impacts.

Detour to Last Approximately One Year

The reroute will remain in effect for about a year, aligning with CDOT's construction timeline, according to the transit agency. Officials haven't announced a specific end date for the service change or said whether the timeline could be extended if construction runs longer than planned. The CTA typically provides advance notice before restoring normal routes after construction-related detours.

Riders Can Track Real-Time Service Changes

Route 60 passengers should plan for the detour when traveling through the affected area, particularly during weekday commute hours when ridership is typically highest. The reroute adds several turns to the eastbound path, which could affect travel times depending on traffic conditions. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and updated route maps for CTA service, helping riders navigate temporary detours and plan trips around construction-related changes.