Public transit in Chicago
5 transit agencies serve Chicago. Browse routes and schedules and plan trips on all of them in one app.
About transit in Chicago
The CTA runs Chicago's 'L' trains and city buses. Pace runs suburban buses and Metra runs commuter rail.
- Paying your fare
- Pay with a Ventra card or tap a contactless card or phone.
- Getting to the airport
- The CTA Blue Line serves O'Hare and the Orange Line serves Midway.
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Chicago transit: common questions
Which transit agencies serve Chicago?
Chicago is served by Chicago Transit Authority, METRA, PACE Bus, South Shore Line, University of Chicago.
How can I see Chicago bus and train times?
Open the CityTransit app, choose Chicago, then pick an agency to browse its routes and schedules and plan a trip.
How do I pay for transit in Chicago?
Pay with a Ventra card or tap a contactless card or phone.
How do I get to the airport by transit in Chicago?
The CTA Blue Line serves O'Hare and the Orange Line serves Midway.
What is the best app for Chicago transit?
CityTransit is a free app for iPhone and Android for 5 transit agencies in Chicago.
What you get in Chicago
Live arrivals
See when the next bus, train or streetcar really arrives at your stop.
Service alerts and detours
Know about delays and detours before they affect your trip.
Trip planning and ride tracking
Plan A to B and get told when to leave, board and get off.