At station entrances, signs usually overhead list the train routes serving that station. Thrillist put together a cool alternate cta map, with each stop changed to. Diagrams of ohare and midway airports, a comprehensive map of the chicago transit authority and an overview of the public transit system in the city, will help you navigate. The cta map index was researched and devised by roy benedict and bob heinlein. Zoomable pdf map of the lincoln park neighborhood from the pdf creator. I know this is an old thread but i contacted my alderman and got a response from his director of constituant services. Chicago maps cta chicago was built on a grid system that makes it one of the easiest big cities to navigate. Map downloads cover and west side track map, part 1 1. Peters hospital, lark drive and downtown albany weekdays and saturdays view route detail. Current cta map information current cta route maps can be found at the official cta web site. With the new x9 and x49 debuting in december, im sure the cta anticipated issuing a new map around september since they didnt know the tentative reopening date of the yellow line. The cta provided a total of 532 million rides in 2011, a 3 percent increase over 2010 with ridership rising to levels not seen for 20 years. It includes 26 places to visit in chicago, clearly labelled a to z. Map, chicago, illinois, local transit library of congress.
Anzona classic chicago subway map pattern bathroom polyester shower curtain 72 x 72, chicago 4. Explore chicagos cta map to view l stations and rail lines click to enlarge. Chicago neighbourhood map explore chicago neighbourhoods. The chicago l is a rapid transit system that serves the city of chicago and seven of its surrounding suburbs. The starting point for the grid is at the intersection of state and madison in the downtown loop. Ridership has increased in 18 of the last 19 months. Strange why they didnt wait until october when the yellow line is scheduled to open. Regional map regional map spanish train connections map downtown map. Lots of potential riders who read the map may not ride the yellow line now thinking its still closed. But that doesnt mean you cant have a little fun with it.
Cta operates 24 hours each day and on an average weekday provides 1. University students, faculty, and staff, and university of chicago medicine staff, ride cta routes 171 and 172 free upon displaying a valid uchicago id, university of chicago medicine id, university of chicago laboratory schools id, or university of chicago charter school id. This map can be saved in your phone and its easy to share with friends. Riding cta buses and trains regional transportation authority. Regional map with connections between the two systems 41. From crossgates mall to albany international airport via route 155 7 days a week. Several chicago transit authority cta buses serve the university of chicago campus.
Map of the proposed cta red line southern extension via cta. Need to pin and read later cant wait to get back to london. Discussion in great lakes started by bertram, feb 20, 2014. Cta, pace buses cta trains downtown chicago transit map points of interest adler planetarium h6 amtrakchicago union station e2 art institute of chicago e5 beaches. Cta surface system history presented by the illinois railway museum. Get schedules, see the cta map, buy transit cards, chicago card, chicago card plus, and passes, read about cta news, make comments, even order gifts at. Dec 01, 2009 late last year chicagoist compiled in a post a bunch of old rail maps from chicago. Chicago is a worldclass city thats ready to lead the world through the 21st century, and now is the time to start thinking. This person is trying to work with the cta bus division to see if they can reevaluate their 20 year old decision to cancel the elston bus route due to low ridership. This map includes all commuter rail lines and select subway stations. The survey asked what is the name of this neg bord. City of chicago pedwaydowntown pedestrian walkway system. Chicago transit authority cta date of map november 1952. On an average weekday, 749,700 passengers ride the l, making it the secondbusiest rapid transit system in the united states, behind the new york city sub.
Cta 5000series rail cars connections junejuly 2010 chicago transit authority duration. These scanned images may take a while to download with a dialup connection. Im moving to california for college, but i want to bring a little piece of home with me, so i was wondering if there was any place i could buy one of these. Cta train tracker, and began installing train arrival screens at all our rail stations. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. Copyright 2020 chicago transit authority terms of uselegal contact us cta home page. New cta maps are out page 2 cta general discussion. New cta maps are out cta general discussion chicago.
Something like this im moving to california for college, but i want to bring a little piece of home with me, so i was wondering if there was any place i could buy one of these. The circle line is an ambitious new proposal for linking all of cta and metras existing rail lines in chicago with a single new line that would encircle the citys growing central area. Its certainly not flawless, but its not about right or wrong its about constructive ideation on our built environment. Every halfmile, which is about equal to four city blocks, there is a major thoroughfare. Chicago cta map chicago metra map downtown chicago bus map 1. The cta map is technically property of the chicago transit authority. Used by tens of thousands of pedestrians each day, the pedway connects to public and private buildings, cta. It would be a waste of money to reissue out new maps to reflect the opening when you could just print service fliers at half the cost. The new map brings the citys technology in line with the enormous advancements made in online mapping over the past decade, said dpd commissioner david l.
Cta chicago brown line 300 w chicago ave chicago, il train. Take our free printable tourist map of chicago on your trip and find your way to the top sights and attractions. City of chicago city launches new online zoning map. Cta s website says its an october map, but it isnt look below at the pdf. W t hnc of c g b h o d s, ap rx im t ely n w selected at random for interviewing. Service area map capital district transportation authority. Where can i get a cta system mapposter to hang up in my.
And there you have it your cta map for the year 2055. Where can i get a cta system mapposter to hang up in my dorm. The cta system map shows both cta bus and rail lines, as well as connecting services provided by other transit agencies in chicago and surrounding communities. The best things to do in london off the tourist radar find 10 tipoffs across the city and explore the interactive map at the foot of nelsons column for more details. Jan 28, 2015 like it or not, the red line is a part of everyday life for many chicagoans. Cta route maps maps of chicagos former rapid transit, streetcar and bus routes. Northwestern university chicago and evanston campus building locations. Jefferson park sunny, bright, top floor of an owneroccupied 2 flat april 21, 2020 2. Ctas website says its an october map, but it isnt look below at the pdf. Map downloads cover and west side track map, part 1 576k pdf west side track map, part 2 519k pdf west side track map, part 3 496k pdf north side track map 521k pdf near north side and loop track map 555k pdf south side and loop track map 598k pdf notes.
Weve designed this chicago tourist map to be easy to print out. Cta list of cta datasets city of chicago data portal. New cta maps are out again for september 2015, first i saw of it was yesterday. To view the downloaded map, no internet connection is required. Forest park harlem oak park austin cicero kedzie homan 18th polk cicero kostner pulaski central park kedzie california harlemlake oak park ridgeland central laramie california lake michigan grand division chicago damen western california logan square belmont addison. Interactive and printable maps by wheretraveler staff on 09082016, updated on 07122017 signup for our newsletter and. Cta, pace buses cta trains downtown chicago transit map points of interest adler planetarium h6 amtrak chicago union station e2 art institute of chicago e5 beaches. These routes were ordered created by a 1908 city ordinance, and would operate over trackage of more than one streetcar company. Chicago transit authority cta date of map december 1965. Current cta route maps can be found at the official cta web site. This system of underground tunnels and overhead bridges links more than 40 blocks in the central business district, covering roughly five miles. The streetwise chicago metra map is an invaluable tool for getting around on the citys public transportation system.
Cta future map i love the l and i decided to make a map illustrating my vision for a future cta rail system. Residents, businesses, real estate developers, and other visitors will find it more useful and easier to navigate than ever. Last year, the cta had 532 million riders, and ridership was up 3 percent yearoveryear for the first nine months of 2012. The chicago transit authority cta operates three separate stations on its rapid transit service that are referred to as chicago, as they are located on or near chicago avenue. The maps travel guide gives background information about the city as well as descriptions of popular points of interest in downtown chicago, north chicago and the suburbs. Cta information, bus route descriptions,first buslast bus times, and advertisements on verso. Cta map inspired by frank lloyd wright design frank lloyd wrights influence can be seen all over chicago, but no place more than oak park, where the legendary american architect ran his business. Point data representing location of cta rail station. Duluth transith authority provides bus service to duluth, superior, proctor and hermantown. The circle line proposal is designed to provide convenient shortcuts for cta and metra customers making crosstown trips, while also improving access to. Oak st, a5, ohio st, c6, 12th st, h6 buckingham fountain f5 chicago architecture center d5 chicago board of trade cermakmccormick place f3 chicago childrens museum chicago c6. The cta map is technically property of the chicago transit. Cta map cta and metra guide explore chicago on transit.
The chicago transit authority provides service in chicago and 10 surrounding suburbs. More information cta station guides how to ride cta trains popular chicago destinations near cta. Explore the secret london interactive map for more detail. With this printable tourist map you wont miss any of the mustsee chicago attractions. Todays l system has eight rapid transit routes and consists of 145 stations. Regional service overview cta runs buses routes 1 to 206 and elevatedsubway trains serving the. Environmentally sensitive areas pdf flood insurance rate maps pdf master flood control drainage plan pdf national city base map pdf sewer map pdf truck route map pdf national city bike map pdf. Access easytoview timetable schedules and route maps. Chicago cta and metra map with station index on the back. Jul 15, 2014 new cta maps are out again for september 2015, first i saw of it was yesterday.
Subregional maps are maps for specific suburban areas in the rta region. Cta chicago brown line 300 w chicago ave chicago il 60654. Explore chicago s cta map to view l stations and rail lines click to enlarge. Regional service overview cta runs buses routes 1 to 206 and elevatedsubway trains serving the city and 35 nearby suburbs. These are unofficial neighborhood names and boundaries. Where can i get a cta system mapposter to hang up in my dorm room. Northeastern illinois that serve two million riders each weekday.
Cta chicago transit map 1955 chicago transit map showing cta bus, streetcar, l, and subway lines and connecting suburban bus routes. These investments come as the cta has experienced extraordinary ridership growth. View cta and metra maps to explore chicago transit and plan your commute. The rta is the only transit agency that focuses on the entire region when determining transit planning and funding. Chicago transit authority service overview rail system map. Chicagos first numbered routes were through routes 1 through 23. The system is operated by the chicago transit authority cta.
Explore the metra map below to view lines and stations. Chicago s downtown pedestrian way system, the pedway, lies in the heart of the city. The agency provides customer services including online and telephone travel planning assistance and travel training for people with disabilities. Oct 14, 2011 cta 5000series rail cars connections junejuly 2010 chicago transit authority duration. Ive outlined it step by step, starting from the current cta map plus a few additional stations, then progressively adding new lines in the order that i would like to see them built based on cost and the potential for ridership. Map shows a diagram not to geographical scale map of all cta and metra rail. Downtown chicago transit map regional transportation authority. It is updated regularly, and available at cta rail station s,met a d ownt te minal visitor center airpo rts, orby calling the r ta.
The chicago transit authority cta, metra and pace bus and paratransit. Thanks to many customer requests, we present this lovely, detailed poster based on the ctas official rail system map. Chicago transit authority cta map cards vintage blue, brown, system line sign. Dates on precta maps have been gathered from research of the printed map itself as well as information. Chicago map highlights include two chicago maps of the magnificent mile. Catalog record only english, with some text in spanish. Chicago surface routes history detailed information on current cta bus routes is available at the official cta web site. The cta or the l operates in the chicago downtown area and metra provides train service to surrounding suburbs. The maps also include information on pace bus operating hours, metra to pace connections, and dialaride services for these areas. To view or use these files, compression software and special gis software, such as esri arcgis is required. Moovit has an easytodownload chicago cta map, that serves as your offline chicago chicago l or bus map while traveling. Thanks to both these gentlemen, we are able to benefit from the hard work and dedication.
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