CTA Route 76 Stop Shifts at Diversey-Halsted

CTA moves eastbound Route 76 stop at Diversey-Halsted to southwest corner March 27

CTA Route 76 Bus Stop Moves at Diversey-Halsted

Riders catching the eastbound Route 76 Diversey bus at Diversey and Halsted will need to cross the street starting late March. The Chicago Transit Authority announced the eastbound stop on the southeast corner at Diversey/Halsted will be temporarily discontinued beginning Friday, March 27, 2026, at 4:00 AM. Passengers should instead use the stop on the southwest corner at the same intersection, transit officials said. The agency hasn't announced when the original stop location will reopen.

Context

Temporary bus stop relocations typically occur during construction projects, street repairs, or infrastructure improvements that make existing stop locations unsafe or inaccessible. The CTA classifies this change as a Bus Stop Note, indicating it's a location adjustment rather than a route modification or service reduction. Officials didn't specify the reason for the temporary discontinuation. The Diversey/Halsted intersection serves as a key transfer point in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, connecting multiple bus routes. Transit agencies generally try to minimize disruption by relocating stops to nearby corners when possible.

Details

The change affects only the eastbound direction of Route 76 at this specific intersection. Westbound service and stops at other locations along the route will continue operating normally, according to the transit agency. Passengers boarding at Diversey/Halsted should look for the bus on the southwest corner instead of the southeast corner where the stop currently operates. Officials haven't said whether the temporary stop will have the same amenities as the original location, such as shelters or seating. The duration of the change remains to be determined, with no estimated reopening date provided.

Timeline

The stop relocation takes effect at 4:00 AM on Friday, March 27, 2026, transit officials confirmed. The early morning implementation time is designed to minimize confusion during peak ridership hours. The CTA hasn't provided a timeline for when the southeast corner stop will return to service. Officials said the duration is listed as to be determined, suggesting the change could last weeks or months depending on whatever work necessitates the relocation.

Impact

Regular Route 76 riders should plan for the stop location change when traveling eastbound through the Diversey/Halsted intersection starting late March. The southwest corner stop is directly across the intersection from the current southeast corner location. Passengers with mobility concerns should note they'll need to cross Diversey Avenue to reach the temporary stop. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for CTA Route 76 and all Chicago transit services.