Chicago Transit Authority

Here CTA offers up-to-date system maps, brochures for improvement programs, sightseeing guides, safety and security information, special programs, and more.

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The CTA provides Google Transit and RTA trip-planning tools with schedule-based information for CTA, Metra, and Pace.

CTA provides service to and from Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports.

The Regional Transportation Authority and CTA are conducting a customer satisfaction survey about riders’ experiences and satisfaction with CTA. Resource System Group, Inc. is conducting the survey on their behalf.

“Moving Experiences: Stories of the CTA” is the Chicago Transit Authority’s official podcast, hosted by Acting President Nora Leerhsen. It features CTA employees, public transit industry guests, and occasional CTA presentations.

General news and information

In addition to buses and trains, safety on the CTA also includes escalators and elevators. Here are a few basic safety tips to keep in mind when riding an escalator or elevator:

The CTA thanked riders and employees for their support and feedback in 2025 and said it would focus on the travel experience in 2026.

DAILY, ALL HOURS: Tue Oct 13 thru Sun Oct 25

The CTA is celebrating the 40 year anniversary of the Blue Line extension to O’Hare, which went into service on September 3, 1984.

The company provides a performance dashboard for tracking progress on measures outlined in the Meeting the Moment Plan.

The Chicago Transit Authority employs people who serve Chicago and 35 suburbs. The page describes qualities of CTA employees and provides career opportunities.

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), in partnership with local government agencies, nonprofit organizations and private-sector employers, will host the Fall 2026 Citywide Career Fair on Wednesday, September 30, at Kennedy-King College on Chicago’s South Side.

Information for CTA employees.

CTA internships allow students to gain hands-on, real-world experience at the nation's second largest public transportation system.

Some riders, such as students and people with disabilities, qualify for reduced fares. There are also some free ride programs for those who qualify.

Fare information for CTA buses and trains.

Full-time elementary and high school students ages 7–20 qualify for reduced fares. A Ventra pilot funded by the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Act offers $0.75 fares at all times on CTA, Pace regular routes, and Pace On Demand.

This page provides detailed information about the contactless Ventra U-Pass and how to get the most out of it.

The Chicago Transit Board meets monthly at CTA’s main offices. The page provides meeting dates, agendas, minutes, presentations, and reference documents.

Welcome to the CTA Employee information portal. This page contains links and general information about resources available to employees and will be updated periodically as more tools become available online.

The Chicago Transit Authority participates in the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program shares a commitment in expanding opportunities for minority-owned and women-owned businesses.

Chicago Transit Authority offers third party contract opportunities, awards, DBE information, and more in Procurement Information. CTA is the 2nd largest public transportation system in the United States.

CTA is environmentally conscious provider of public transit—a service which, itself, plays an integral part in community being a greener, more sustainable one.

Performance metrics measure the Chicago Transit Authority's success in providing on-time, clean, safe, efficient and courteous service.

The CTA says it does not tolerate harassment and that everyone deserves a safe and comfortable travel environment.

Real questions. Real riders. Real answers—directly from the CTA.

Reach the CTA by chatbot, email or phone. Report a problem, ask a question or thank an employee. Also inquires for business, media or legal, including General Counsel.

The page provides information about CTA bus and train service in and around Chicago, including maps, schedules, service alerts, trip planning, jobs, and news.

CTA provides public transit service throughout Chicago and many neighboring communities, including subway/elevated rapid transit train service (the ‘L’ system) and bus service.

CTA policy on taking pictures or video buses, trains and in 'L' stations.

The page covers CTA policies and rules, as well as ways to be a good neighbor on transit.

Rules for what is and isn't allowed on CTA buses, trains and other property.

Use of the CTA website is subject to terms and conditions that may change without notice.