One of my favorite stations in the Cta railway, Because it's very close to a target where if I end…read moreup on the south side and I need to get some stuff I can just go to that target! Very clean station, But Trains take a while to get here.

This 35th St/Archer Orange Line Station, which is the next stop going toward the Loop after the…read moreWestern Ave. station, is also my next favorite Orange Line station. The Western Avenue station is my favorite because it is on a boulevard and that's a pretty tough location to beat! This station seems to get quite a bit of light on sunnier days. I think it has a more comfortable feel to it than the Kedzie and Ashland stations. Those stations feel "tucked away" to me - - and not in a cozy-feel type of way. This station has the usual escalator/stairways along with an elevator. I deducted a star because that elevator was out - of - order for about a month last year. Also, it was out another time and no one bothered to put a sign on the platform elevator door--wasted minutes waiting for an elevator that was not working! I have since found out that you can sign up for alerts regarding the elevators--it's nice to know in advance if they aren't working. The first couple of times that I added money to my CTA card on the Ventra vending machines, I asked the CTA attendants for assistance. Both times they were very kind and did not make me feel like I was bothering them. Sometimes people in this sort of job can do that! Luckily, not the case here. They were pleasant, helpful and willing to assist. There is a Dunkin Donuts in this station, which could be a plus, however, according to the current reviews on this DD Yelp business page, it could also be a disappointment. There are connections to four bus routes at this station : #35 (31st/35th Street), #39 (Pershing Road), #50 (Damen Avenue) and #62 (Archer Avenue). CTA - Review #2 McKinley Park Neighborhood - Review #3

I myself have dealt with two different CTA personnels at this station, both of which were very…read morerude. My friend had a question about the new Ventra cards and did not understand how to use it. The CTA lady behind the glass literally screams telling her to call the number on the back. The CTA personnel proceeds to say her job is to monitor the station, not answer questions. The worker looks at me and begins to ask, why am I standing there and not helping my friend. I told the worker if she can calm down and be professional. I must have said something wrong because she slammed the glass and started pouting in her chair like a child. The second incident occurred when I was running late to my doctors appointment and I was stopped by a CTA worker. I scanned my card and ran through the turnstiles to catch my train that was arriving at the station. The worker came out from the booth to stop me from going up the escalator. He claims to have seen me use a "stolen" card and wanted to search me. I told him that I did not have time for this. As I continued to walk past him, he called for backup. After waiting 45 minutes for CTA security to come and do a search, I was on my way. Thanks CTA! I over pay for 30 minute waits for buses, poor customer service, and illegal searches.

This is supposedly the more "advanced" line since its newer, has newer trains whichs includes all…read morethe latest 'L' tech. Camera's supposedly everywhere, including on the train. In a combination of unlucky events leading to my phone getting stolen, the perp was never found. Took the police an hour and a half to get there, even if they took 15 minutes he would've still been in the area, but AN HOUR AND A HALF? A year later still no resolution. Random delays, cleaner used on trains smells like puke, doors stop working causing the CTA personnel to have to pry them open, at least there's not many homeless people on this line panhandling. No wonder you see everyone with glazed over eyes on the train, not bothering to pay attention to anything. They're used to this incompetent madness as if they're POWs.

You can not go wrong riding the cta orange line I wish when I am so tired I can just take a nap on…read moreit and go all the way to midway and wake up with out going around circles. Lmao. I am so glad that the orange line is fixed no more construction on it. I love going in the orange line I think is the safest train out there. Fast from down town to midway. The only thing I do t like is this one girl that rides in the cta train selling facial tissues and says she is a single mom in need of diapers and foos for her family but NEVER has her kids. These people should Be not riding in the train it gets scary at times

The woman who is there in the morning is so kind and pleasant. She always brightens my day! If you…read moreneed a drink or a snack there is a convenience store with a great selection. The man that runs the convenience store is so kind and warm. I love using this train station because the people there in the morning are like little miracles.

Nothing fancy going on at this station. Nothing negative either. I've stopped here a couple times…read moreand have never smelled urine (some stations it's the norm) or seen rubbish strewn about. There are a couple areas on the platform that are semi-protected from weather, though a stiff winder wind will get you. The station has convenient access to Cermak and the 21 bus route, being less than two blocks away.

One of the smaller Metra stations you can easily miss it , but it works awesomely nonetheless …read more It's clean and does what Metra does best . Getting you from point A to point B in a snap .

Best spot in the City when you are waiting on the Western O'Hare Blue Lineread more

I'd hate to venture down there in the winter, with highways on both sides, and nothing to block…read morethat awful Chicago, below zero winds. But a day like today may make it worth it :) Friendly staff working all shifts, and very helpful. Usually they're cleaning and making sure the trouble that hangs out in front is either gone, or not harassing people in transit. You end up on Western, so at least you're on a busy street on your walk home with stores and restaurants. Not a bad stop at all.

West loop... Another…read moregreat station in west side loop what's great with this rail system or this particular "loop" ride is that it really reminds me of Japan as they announce the upcoming station along with transfer with digital displays as well of the next stop date and time. Access to the platform is simple stairs or elevator and it's a matter of which direction of your destination and see many bring their e-bikes and scooter making getting around town easy. Thank you!

Yeah... I like. I know I'm speaking of a train station, but that doesn't change that it's always a…read moregood day when I visit CTA - Morgan. I could tell you this is because of the Fulton Market area, but I believe such places ought to be judged by their own merits, rather than the area where they find themselves. Morgan is a modern station. While not a work of art, per se, the tasteful use of stainless steel with some design elements gives it a more pleasant look than the old, worn, vanilla found in other 'L' stations. (Let's put aside for now those with old charm.) Morgan is also clean, well-lit, easy to navigate, fully accessible, and wider than average. These features aren't necessarily rare, but a station is better when they're present. Ample signage, too! Finally, seating here is limited, but this is typical of almost all stations, and while I think I know the reasons, this is not the forum to discuss them. Thus, Morgan earns a spot among the better of CTA stations, with standouts being its modern design, cleanliness, and accessibility.

My husband and I recently needed to go downtown from Northbrook. Since the building we were…read morevisiting was right next to Chicago Union Station, taking the train was a no-brainer. I used to take the train very often years ago and was quite familiar with the station back then. This time, however, if I hadn't been with my husband, who acted as my guide, I definitely would have been quite lost! I'll definitely do a little more homework before my next visit. When we passed through the Great Hall, I was still in awe, admiring the intricate details of this iconic Chicago landmark. The Great Hall features a 219-foot-long barrel-vaulted skylight that soars 115 feet above the ground. My advice to out-of-town travelers: allow at least 10 minutes while you're in the station to stop and take in the elaborate details of this historic landmark, built in the Beaux-Arts style. The stunning Great Hall was recently restored to its original 1925 glory and is truly worth a look. I also recommend taking time to admire some of the station's original elements that remain today, including the long oak benches, beautiful light fixtures, and chandeliers. One funny memory from decades ago: I used to sit on those oak benches in the Great Hall waiting for my train, and the announcements were always so muffled that I could never figure out what they were saying! This time around, I could actually hear the announcements quite clearly. Chicago Union Station handles approximately 120,000 passengers daily. This makes it the third busiest rail terminal in the United States, serving both Amtrak and Metra passengers. It's an important part of Chicago's history and a remarkable transportation hub. That's quite impressive!

If you are traveling Amtrak First Class out of Chicago Union Station, utilizing the Metropolitan…read moreLounge is an absolute game-changer. The station itself is really nice inside, featuring stunning architecture and a grand atmosphere that makes the beginning of a trip feel special. We arrived at the station around 8:15pm for our 9:30pm train to New York, and the entire experience from start to finish was seamless. The staff are super friendly right from the start, and upon entry, they provide you with a bracelet to easily identify lounge guests. The lounge amenities are top-notch. They offered fresh fruit, a variety of individual snacks with helpful gluten-free labeling for dietary restrictions, a full coffee station, and a soda machine. Best of all, instead of having to watch the departure boards anxiously, the staff make an announcement when it's time to board and personally guide and escort you directly to your train. With their expert guidance, boarding was completely stress-free.

While this is not the worst red line stop in Chicago, there are sometimes some characters around…read more It is, however, the perfect location for a stop, near lots of tourist points and 2 blocks from Michigan Avenue. I wouldn't recommend being there alone as a woman super early in the morning or super late at night.

Another CTA station, an underground one, is on Chicago Avenue. It has a whole lot to see around…read morehere. Kind of a bad atmosphere with all the homeless people but still not among the worst. Feels safer than many other stations but that's not saying a lot. There's never a long wait for trains. It has an incredibly busy location at Chicago Avenue and State Street with all the commuters and tourists coming and going. It serves the Red Line. This is between the Grand Avenue and Clark/Division stations. Inside there's kind of a bad odor and there's a few sketchy people but that's typical stuff around. There's plenty of other stations you can get to from here quickly. Has a shitload of shopping as if you didn't know. It has some fast food like McDonald's if the hipster food is too high brow for your tastes. The best thing about this station is no long waiting.

It was an easy walk from my hotel to the Millennium station to catch a train to the Obama center…read more It was such an easy process to get the train tix because the staff at the station were very helpful. There was even some stationed at the kiosk to purchase the tix to assist if needed. He also directed us to the correct area to catch the train and let us know what time the train was arriving.

MARLA !!!! Outstanding Customer Service .. we left a laptop on the train and we called the…read morestation spoke to her on the phone as we ran back to the station to look for the laptop with the hopes someone would have turned it in and this young lady found it and returned it!!!! MARLA MARLA MARLA GIRL YOU ROCK AND YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE IS OUTSTANDING !!!!! THANK YOU SHE WAS ON POINT ‼