CTA Buses and Trains    
 
Bring your bike on all CTA trains except weekdays 7:00-9:00 am and 4:00-6:00 pm. (Note: if trains are too crowded, bikes may be prohibited.) For more information on taking bicycles on trains or buses or for a free copy of the “Bike & Ride” brochure and
route map, call 1-800-YOUR-CTA or visit www.transitchicago.com

Metra Trains
Bring your bike on all Metra trains except weekday trains arriving in Chicago before 9:30 am and leaving Chicago between 3:00-7:00 pm. (Note: If trains are too crowded, bikes may be prohibited.
Bicycles are also prohibited on certain holidays.)
For more information, including rules and regulations, schedules and fares, call 836-7000 or visit www.metrarail.com

PACE Buses
For route information, call 312-836-7000 or visit www.pacebus.com

Bicycle Racks on Buses
Bicycle racks are available on the front of all CTA and PACE buses. Bicycles can be placed on the bicycle racks during the normal hours of operation for each route. Racks accommodate two bicycles at a time.Remove large accessories from your bike before loading your bike. If you’re concerned about the safety of your bicycle, lock your bicycle’s front wheel to your frame before the bus arrives.
  • Alert the bus operator that you need to lower the rack.
    Lower the rack by squeezing the handle. If another bicycle is in position, the rack will already be lowered. If the bicycle rack is full, wait for the next bus.
  • Lift your bicycle so it sits in the empty wheel well. If yours is the first bicycle to be loaded, place it in the position nearest the bus, with the front wheel facing the curb. If yours is the second bicycle to be loaded, place it with the rear wheel facing the curb.
  • Swing the bicycle support arm over the front tire to hold the bicycle in place. Locks may not be used to secure the bicycles to the racks.
    Board the bus and pay your fare. Your bicycle rides free! When you come to your stop, get off the bus at the front and tell the operator that you’ll be taking your bicycle off. The operator will make sure you’re clear of the bus before leaving the stop. Never step into traffic




         

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