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As part of the Metra Electric Community Initiative to transform 13 stations on the district, the 103rd Street/Rosemoor station remains closed for a full reconstruction and is expected to reopen next spring. During this time, customers can use 107th Street and 95th Street/Chicago State University as alternatives. For additional information click here.
The Millennium Station elevator is out of service until further notice. Customers can use the elevator located at 205 N Michigan, which leads to the South Water entrance to Millennium Station
The 87th street/Woodruff station on the Metra Electric line will be closed beginning Monday, December 16. During this time passengers can use 83rd and 91st street stations as alternatives. This is part of the Metra Electric Community initiative to transform multiple stations on the Metra Electric District. Once completed, the station will have an enclosed ADA-accessible street-level entrance, lobby with an elevator, new stairs, headhouses, new composite deck platforms, new lighting, and signage. The station is expected to reopen in late 2025. For more information visit metra.com.
As a reminder, the 79th Street/Chatam station on the Metra Electric will reopen to the public on Monday, December 16, 2024. Please note that the station may not be fully ADA accessible Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Click here for more information.
As a reminder, Metra will be operating on a reduced schedule Tuesday, December 31, 2024. In additon, Metra will offer free rides on all trains arriving at or departing from Metra's downtown stations after 6pm New Year's Eve. Alcohol will be banned on all trains after 7pm on New Year's Eve.
On Wednesday, January 1, 2025, Metra will operate on a Sunday/Holiday schedule. Click here for train schedules and ticket information.
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Crowding Potential
Low - Less than 50 riders per car. Riders can expect to find a seat at least one row from other riders.
Some - 50-70 riders per car. Riders can expect to find a seat and not have another rider sitting next to them.
Moderate - 70-100 riders per car. Riders may have to stand to avoid sitting next to another rider.
High - 100+ riders per car. Limited space available. Riders may need to stand near other riders, and the train may skip stations in order to avoid further crowding.