CTA Route 72 Stop Relocates to New Corner

CTA moves eastbound Route 72 stop at North/Taylor to northwest corner on Feb 27

CTA Route 72 Stop Moves to New Corner Feb 27

Riders catching the eastbound #72 North bus at North Avenue and Taylor Street will need to head to a different corner starting late February. The Chicago Transit Authority announced the eastbound stop at North/Taylor will move from the northeast corner to the northwest corner beginning Friday, February 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Officials haven't said when the stop will return to its original location or what's prompting the temporary change.

Minor Adjustment Affects Single Stop Location

The CTA classified the change as a Bus Stop Note, indicating a minor operational adjustment rather than a major service disruption. Transit agencies typically relocate stops temporarily for construction work, utility repairs, or street maintenance, though officials didn't specify the reason in this case. The modification affects only the eastbound direction at this specific intersection. All other stops along the #72 North route will continue operating at their current locations, and westbound service at North/Taylor remains unchanged.

Single Corner Shift for Eastbound Riders

The relocated stop will be just across Taylor Street from its current position, moving passengers from the northeast corner to the northwest corner of the North/Taylor intersection. Riders should look for standard CTA bus stop signage at the new northwest corner location when the change takes effect at 9:00 AM on February 27. The agency advised passengers to plan accordingly and allow extra time for their trips during the transition. Officials said the temporary relocation will remain in place until further notice, though they haven't provided an estimated duration or end date for the change.

Change Takes Effect Late February Morning

The stop relocation goes into effect Friday morning, February 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Transit officials said the end date hasn't been determined, suggesting the temporary change could last anywhere from a few weeks to several months depending on whatever work or conditions necessitated the move. The CTA typically provides advance notice for stop changes, giving regular riders time to adjust their boarding locations.

Riders Should Verify Stop Location Before Travel

Passengers who regularly use the eastbound #72 North stop at North/Taylor should verify the new stop location before their trip on or after February 27. Officials advised riders to allow extra time when the change takes effect to locate the relocated stop. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and stop information for CTA routes, helping riders navigate temporary changes and find the nearest boarding locations throughout Chicago's transit system.