The SSL introduces CUBS EXTRA train

October 5, 2016

The SSL will provide a CUBS EXTRA train departing Millennium Station 60 minutes following the conclusion of each schedule night game at Wrigley Field.  The CUBS EXTRA train will run nonstop to Hegewisch and make all local stops to Michigan City.

The CUBS EXTRA will not serve Hudson Lake or South Bend.

Getting to Wrigley Field from South Shore Line (Millennium Station):

  • Take the SSL to Millennium Station
  • Walk to CTA Red Line Lake Station.  (Head west on Randolph St. to State St., turn north on State and walk one block to entrance to station.
  • Take the Red Line to Addison stop.
  • Wrigley Field is 1/2 block from CTA.

Returning to the South Shore Line (Millennium Station) from Wrigley Field:

  • Immediately following the game, walk from Wrigley Field to the Red Line Addison stop.
  • Take the Red Line to CTA Lake
  • Walk to Millennium Station and get on the SSL train.

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FTA APPROVES WEST LAKE CORRIDOR ENTRY INTO PROJECT DEVELOPMENT

September 29, 2016

Chesterton, In - The West Lake Corridor project is one step closer to reality today following the announcement that the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) approved the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District’s (NICTD) request to enter Project Development.

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We launched a new website!

September 19, 2016

The South Shore Line (SSL) is inviting users to explore its newly-launched website. The new website was created to enhance user experience and further simplify access to vital information like train schedules and updates.

The new website’s modern look and layout make accessing information on desktops and mobile devices quick and easy. And, additional features such as real-time updates and a trip planner make using the SSL even easier for commuters or leisure travelers. 

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OPERATION LIFESAVER STATION SAFETY BLITZ DURING RAIL SAFETY WEEK

September 12, 2016

The South Shore Line passenger service Safety Committee, Operation Lifesaver and Transit Police from the South Shore, CN and IHB kicked-off National Rail Safety Week with a station blitz at Hammond Station and East Chicago Station. From September 11-17, the group promoted crossing safety education with the goal of changing public behavior near the rails and heighten awareness about the dangers associated with grade-crossing collisions and trespassing.  

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SSL TO STOP AT 18TH ST. FOR BEARS 2016 REGULAR SEASON HOME GAMES

September 8, 2016

To accommodate passengers attending Chicago Bears REGULAR SEASON home games, the South Shore plans to stop select trains at 18th St. Station. In addition to our regular service to Museum Campus/11th St., the following trains will serve 18th St. Station for regular season games:

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Bank of America Chicago Marathon 2016

September 8, 2016

Calling all Bank of America Chicago Marathon runners and observers: The South Shore Line invites you to leave your vehicle at one of our convenient stations in Indiana and take the South Shore Line to Chicago for all Bank of America Chicago Marathon events.

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