Terry Peterson Chairman Chicago Transit Board
Richard L. Rodriguez President Chicago Transit Authority
Thank you for visiting the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) web site. This web site is designed to serve as a resource for understanding the overall organization of the CTA system and operation. Using the website’s tools, customers can plan their travel on the bus and rail system as well as get information on new initiatives, performance measures and doing business with the CTA. We hope you find it useful and informative. The CTA is the nation’s second largest public transportation system, providing bus and rail service to the city of Chicago and 40 surrounding suburbs. CTA trains and buses provide 1.7 million rides on an average weekday over eight rail lines and 141 bus routes. With so many riders choosing to use CTA service, we recognize that a modern, reliable, and convenient public transportation system is essential to the region. We have invested and will continue to invest in our fleet and facilities. Also, the CTA will continue working with legislators, the private sector, and our customers to secure funding, identify innovation, and deploy technology that enhances service. The CTA is committed to serving its customers. We continue to look for the most efficient operating methods and call upon the resourcefulness of staff to help reduce costs and increase revenue. Although the economy is challenging the CTA just as it is challenging government and transit systems across the country, we are confident that we will navigate through these tough times and emerge a better, healthier and more efficient agency.
Sincerely,