Information about CTA bus and train service in and around Chicago. Find maps, schedules, service alerts, plan a trip, jobs, news and more!

Find CTA transit route information and bus and train route timetables and schedule information.

At the Chicago transit authority, we offer you two different ways to plan your tip with us. We forms for Google Transit and RTA both offering schedule-based travel information for CTA, Metra, and Pace.

Bus and train routes 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.

Choose a tracker to use: CTA Bus Tracker SMGet estimated arrival times for CTA buses or see them on a map. CTA Train Tracker SMGet estimated arrival times for 'L' trains or see trains on a map.

Unlimited rides on CTA, Metra and Pace in a single day, available only in the Ventra app. Learn more. ... * Applies at all train stations except O’Hare (where a premium fare applies) ** Available only to riders …

Job postings for new candidates/former employees If you are not currently employed at the CTA, start here. Job postings for current CTA employees Current employees must use this link to be …

Some stops are served by multiple routes and not all buses on every route go to the furthest end of the line, so be sure to read the sign to see the bus route number, name, and where it's headed when …

Throughout 2025, 20 bus routes will have service added on weekdays and weekends to ensure 10-minute or better scheduled service all day, every day. The Frequent Network improves service all …

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