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Maps

Maps

Special service note: After fireworks at the Taste of Chicago on July 3, buses will board in special locations due to Loop street closures. See our page on service for July 3 and 4 for details, including special bus boarding location maps and flyers.

 

CTA System Map

Bus and Rail

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.

Online version

CTA System Map Brochure (PDF), (Español)

Text Version: CTA System Map brochure (TXT)

 

Individual Route Maps & Information

Looking for information about an individual route? Visit our System Guide for maps, schedules, and more.

System Map (icon) 

RTA Regional System Map

CTA, Metra, and Pace

The Regional Transportation Authority map shows city and suburban transit provided by CTA, Metra, and Pace.

RTA System Map Brochure (PDF)

 

RTA System Map (icon) 

Rail System ('L') Map

Rail only

The CTA Rail System (The 'L') map shows rail routes only.

Downloadable PDF version (PDF)

Online version (PNG image)

Lighter version (conserve ink/toner when printing)

CTA Rail Map (The "L") (icon)

Downtown Transit Sightseeing Guide

Downtown map with popular destinations

Downtown Transit Sightseeing Guide (PDF)

Text Version: Downtown Transit Sightseeing Guide (TXT)

 Downtown Transit Sightseeing Guide (icon)

Night Owl Map

Overnight service

This map and brochure describes Owl Service (overnight service) for riders who need to travel during overnight hours.

Night Owl Brochure (PDF)

Text Version: Night Owl Brochure (TXT)

 Owl Service Map (icon)

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