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Providing service to and from downtown Chicago with 243 stations over 11 routes totaling nearly 500 route miles. Monitored M-F 7am-6pm. Emergency: 312-322-2800

Chicago, IL
Joined February 2009
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@metraBNSF
Metra BNSF
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@metraBNSF
Metra BNSF
6 years
Barring any unforeseen changes, BNSF will be adding another car to the following inbound trains for morning rush to help with crowding: 1202, 1210, 1226, 1230, 1244, 1262.
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@metraBNSF
Metra BNSF
2 years
🚨 UPDATE for Friday, May 13: BNSF will operate its normal weekday schedule on May 13. Trains will make scheduled stops at Clarendon Hills. Prospect Ave xing at Clarendon Hills will be closed until further notice. Passengers can use the pedestrian crossing near the depot.
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@metraBNSF
Metra BNSF
1 month
BNSF Inbound and outbound trains remain stopped due to a semi-truck striking the signal mast near LaGrange Road. Extensive delays are anticipated. Metra will provide updates as they become available.
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@metraBNSF
Metra BNSF
10 months
BNSF Train 2018 Scheduled to arrive Chicago at 3:47 PM is currently operating 15 to 20 minutes behind schedule due to a mechanical problem.
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Metra BNSF
3 years
Metra Alert - Given Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s announcement, starting immediately, masks will be welcome but not required while traveling on Metra.
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@metraBNSF
Metra BNSF
9 months
The Ventra app is currently down. Technical support is working to resolve the issue. Updated information will be provided once the issue has been resolved.
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Metra BNSF
10 months
Train 1254 scheduled to arrive in Chicago at 11:26 a.m. is operating 15 to 25 minutes behind scheduled due to positive train control issues.
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Metra BNSF
6 months
Train 1205 scheduled to arrive Aurora at 7:21 a.m. is operating 15 to 25 minutes behind schedule due to train 1224 mechanical problem.
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@metraBNSF
Metra BNSF
9 months
Ventra app issues are ongoing. Any pending charges should be dismissed by your bank before posting to your account. If a charge is posted but no ticket is populated, then contact Passenger Services at 312-MY-METRA (696-3872). Conductors will accommodate riders onboard.
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Metra BNSF
8 months
BNSF inbound and outbound trains are stopped near Aurora due to tornado warnings. Delay times are unknown. Metra will provide updates as they become available.
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Metra BNSF
10 months
BNSF train 2025 scheduled to arrive Aurora at 10:00 PM is stopped at Fairview Avenue due to a freight train derailment.
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Metra BNSF
10 months
BNSF #1229 scheduled to arrive Aurora at 1:50 p.m. may be operating 20 to 25 minutes behind schedule due to police activity.
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Metra BNSF
8 months
BNSF inbound and outbound trains remain stopped near Aurora due to tornado warnings. Extensive delays are anticipated. Metra will provide updates as they become available.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Trains must be talked through to proceed safely into the station. Delays will stack up as trains wait to proceed.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and outbound train movement stopped near Chicago Union Station, due to signal problems
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert - Chicago Union Station Service Disruption-Overcrowding Prevention Plan Implemented
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Metra BNSF
10 months
Train 2002 scheduled to arrive Chicago at 7:40 a.m., is operating 15 to 20 minutes delayed due to mechanical problems
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Metra BNSF
10 months
As a reminder, Metra will operate a Sunday/Holiday schedule on Monday, January 1, 2024. Please visit  for train schedules and ticket information.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
1302 SCHEDULED TO ARRIVE CHICAGO UNION STATION AT 12:16 A.M. HAS YET TO DEPART DUE TO EARLIER MECHANICAL ISSUES. WE WILL NOTIFY YOU ONCE THIS TRAIN IS ON THE MOVE.
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Metra BNSF
5 years
Modified service will be in effect on the BNSF Line Sept. 13-15, 2019, for @RiotFest . Find more details here:
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Metra BNSF
9 months
Due to Police activity Inbound and Outbound trains will not be stopping at Lisle until further notice. Inbound passengers can make their way to Naperville or Belmont. Outbound passengers can make their way to Belmont.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
BNSF Inbound and outbound trains currently stopped due to tornado warnings. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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Metra BNSF
5 months
BNSF inbound and outbound trains are stopped near Riverside due to a vehicle striking a bridge. The duration of this delay is unknown. Metra will update you as information becomes available.
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and outbound train movement halted, Amtrak struck a vehicle at Berwyn. Customers should expect delays.
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Metra BNSF
4 years
Metra Alert - All Metra Service Suspended for the Remainder of the Night
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Metra BNSF
8 months
All Inbound trains will board from platform 1 at Route 59 and Naperville only, safely make your way to platform 1 to board the next inbound train until future notice. Please stand behind the yellow line until the train comes to a complete stop.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
Track #3 has been released for train movement at Fairview. Inbound and outbound trains have been cleared to proceed at restricted speed through the area. Trains will be extensively delayed due to an earlier pedestrian incident involving train #1301 .
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert - Metra is aware customers are experiencing issues with the Ventra mobile app and we are working to resolve them. We will provide updates via email and Twitter.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert - CTA will honor Metra passes on the Orange, Blue, Pink and Green lines until further notice, due to Amtrak signal problems.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
Inbound and outbound train movement halted near Hinsdale due to a pedestrian struck by a freight train, extensive delays are expected. Metra will update you with information as is becomes available.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert - Trains cannot enter or exit Union Station due to a signal system failure, delay times are unknown
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Metra BNSF
2 years
🚨 BNSF UPDATE: The following OB trains from CUS will operate tonight making regular sched stops: 3:00pm, 3:10pm, 3:30pm, 3:35pm, 4:00pm, 4:05pm, 4:10pm, 4:50pm, 5:10pm, 5:20pm, 5:30pm, 5:35pm, 6:00pm, 6:05pm, 6:30pm, 7:00pm, 7:33pm, 8:33pm, 9:33pm, 10:33pm, 11:33pm and 12:33am.
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Due to yesterday's severe weather conditions, the following BNSF trains will not operate: #1224 , #1221 , #1254 and #1242 . Updated at 6:22 a.m.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound trains #1224 and #1230 - will not operate due to manpower issues
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Crews are checking the crossing for safe operation. Barring any concerns or issues, this is typically the last step in re-opening the tracks and resuming service. More information to come.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert - Amtrak signal system has been restored, Metra anticipates operating a normal morning rush hour service.
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Metra BNSF
3 months
An extra Outbound train will depart Chicago Union Station to accommodate passengers to Aurora at 11:30 p.m. This train will express from Chicago to Main Street/Downers Grove. Please listen to platform announcements for the location of your train
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Metra BNSF
8 years
Downtown stations are very crowded. Please consider spending some time downtown enjoying all of what Chicago has to offer. Update to follow.
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and outbound train movement halted, weather conditions
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and outbound train movement remains halted, downed electrical wires and poles near Cicero, expect extensive delays, BNSF customers can use the Union Pacific West as an alternate (UPDATE)
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Until further notice all BNSF Railway service is suspended due to a grade crossing accident and ongoing NTSB investigation near Clarendon Hills. Customers should seek alternate transportation.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and Outbound trains are currently stopped, Tornado Warnings until 7:30 pm
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Metra BNSF
8 years
Here’s everything you need to know about riding Metra to the #CubsRally :
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Metra BNSF
2 months
BNSF inbound and outbound trains remain stopped near Naperville due to police activity. Extensive delays anticipated. Metra will provide updates as they become available.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Train #1231 , scheduled to arrive Aurora at 1:53 PM - stopped, unruly passenger
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert - Metra is aware customers are experiencing issues with the Ventra mobile app and we are working to resolve them. We will provide updates via email and Twitter.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Trains were stopped to protect officers during their pursuit of a suspect. Trains have resumed service with some residual delays and service changes.
@PDRiverside
Riverside Police
6 years
RPD has bank robbery offender in custody from bank robbery at First American Bank, 15 Riverside Rd. Offender fled on foot and was apprehended in the rear yard along the BNRR tracks at 96 E. Quincy Street. More later.
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Metra BNSF
8 years
We would like to take a moment to thank you for riding with us, celebrating with us, and sharing with us. It was a great day! #CubsParade
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Metra BNSF
9 months
Issues purchasing Metra tickets in the Ventra app are ongoing. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s patience as we work with our vendor to resolve the issue. If you experience trouble purchasing a Metra mobile ticket, Metra conductors will accommodate you.
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Metra BNSF
4 months
Correction: BNSF Outbound Train 2035 due to arrive Aurora at 11:51 PM is stopped near Cicero due to a bridge strike. The duration of this delay is unknown. Metra will update as information becomes available. Updated at 11:24 PM
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Some BNSF trains have and may be departing early from Chicago Union Station due to trains reaching maximum capacity
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Metra BNSF
5 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and outbound train movement stopped near Western Ave., due to a truck striking a bridge. The duration of this delay is unknown. Updates will be provided.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and outbound train movement stopped near Chicago, Amtrak continues to trouble shoot the problem, Metra will provide updates when they are received from Amtrak. Updated @ 9:46AM
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Metra BNSF
5 years
This new schedule adds two trains and makes minor adjustments to the weekday schedule. Trains are also added to weekend schedule as a summer test. Read the news release here:
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Metra BNSF
1 year
BNSF inbound and outbound trains are stopped near Western Avenue due to a vehicle striking a bridge. Metra will provide updates as they become available.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
Train 2012 scheduled to arrive Chicago at 11:47am is operating 25 to 30 minutes delayed due to High Ridership
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Metra BNSF
1 year
BNSF Outbound train 2023 due into Aurora at 8:01 p.m. is on the move and may be 20 to 25 minutes behind schedule due to police activity.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
The statement below addresses some concerns expressed about the new BNSF schedule today. What is the new federally mandated Positive Train Control (PTC) safety system? Why we made these schedule changes:
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Metra BNSF
2 years
BNSF Riders, due to ongoing track repairs from Friday?s Amtrak locomotive derailment, Metra expects to run trains in and out of Chicago Union Station with some track changes and a potential for minimal delays.
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Metra BNSF
9 months
Metra's mobile app vendor has worked diligently through the weekend to correct the issues from last week. At this point, the vendor is confident the app will perform as intended, in advance of tomorrow's morning rush-hour.
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Metra BNSF
10 months
BNSF inbound trains are on the move delayed up to 45 minutes due to signal problems and an earlier mechanical failure. Please listen to platform announcements for delays and train locations. Updated 9:02 a.m.
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Metra BNSF
1 month
BNSF Inbound and outbound trains are stopped due to a vehicle stuck on the tracks near LaGrange Road. Duration of the delay is unknown. Metra will provide updates as they become available.
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Metra BNSF
5 years
An incident in the yard is preventing movement of equipment for the p.m. rush hour. A train is blocking all tracks out of the yard. Extensive delays are expected. Riders are asked to take alternative transportation if possible.
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Metra BNSF
5 years
Metra Alert - Inbound and outbound train movement temporarily suspended at Chicago Union Station, a mechanical failure causing a small fire
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra Alert BNSF - To view how Metra and Union Pacific handle service disruptions, see below.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
🚨 Last BNSF train out departs Chicago Union Station at 12:33 a.m.
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Metra BNSF
3 years
Metra Alert BNSF - BNSF schedule changes coming March 28
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Metra BNSF
10 months
Beginning January 8, 2024, Metra will transition to selling tickets exclusively through vending machines, at locations where ticket agents currently exist along the BNSF. Your ticket agent will remain on property to assist with the transition and provide customer service.
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra is currently having issues with the Ventra mobile app and are working to resolve them. Conductors are accommodating users on-board our trains until this issue is fixed.
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and outbound train movement has been halted, severe weather and high wind warnings
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Metra BNSF
8 months
Although working through some residual delays from earlier system problems, Metra does anticipate running on-time throughout this evening's rush.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
Metra BNSF trains will provide extra service and make extra stops at its Western Avenue Station on Saturday, Sept. 16 and Sunday, Sept. 17, providing a convenient way to travel to and from Riot Fest:
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Metra BNSF
11 months
Inbound and outbound trains may be operating up to 40 minutes behind schedule due to switch problems near Congress Park and Cicero.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
BNSF Inbound and outbound trains remain stopped near Cicero due to signal problems. Maintainer is on scene. Extensive delays anticipated. Metra will provide an update when this train is on the move.
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Metra BNSF
5 years
Inbound and outbound trains may be operating 20 to 30 minutes behind schedule due to switch problems near Fairview.
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Metra BNSF
3 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Trains #1281 and #1283 are stopped, a fire adjacent to the tracks
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra Alert BNSF - BNSF will operate its regular weekday schedule Friday, May 13th. Trains will make stops at Clarendon Hills (Revised)
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Metra BNSF
1 year
BNSF outbound trains are on the move and may be operating up to 45 minutes behind schedule due to a vehicle stuck on the tracks. Inbound trains are operating on time. Please listen to platform announcements for train location.
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Metra BNSF
1 month
Track 1 has been cleared for train movement and BNSF outbound trains are back on the move. Inbound trains remain stopped, extensive delays are anticipated. Metra will provide updates as information becomes available.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Due to a freight train derailment near Cicero, there will be some delays for inbound and outbound trains. There is a track open, but bottlenecks due to the single track and reduced speeds will result in delays.
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Metra BNSF
10 months
Train #1213 , scheduled to depart Chicago at 7:05 a.m., and train #1215 , scheduled to depart Chicago at 7:15 a.m., are delayed in departure due to switch problems. The estimated time of delay is unknown. Updates will be posted.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and outbound train movement halted, downed electrical wires and poles near Cicero, extensive delays expected this morning
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Metra BNSF
3 months
BNSF train #2033 , scheduled to arrive Aurora at 11:01 PM, will express from Chicago Union Station to Main Street/Downers Grove due to Lollapalooza High Ridership. Train #2035 will accommodate the Customers at intermediate stops.
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Metra BNSF
6 years
Amtrak is continuing to work to restore its signal system at CUS. BNSF will operate “load and go” making all stops CUS-Downers Grove or all stops Downers Grove-Aurora. Customers should consider using alternate transpo, such as the UP-W. Inbound service will be extremely limited.
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Beginning Thursday, May 26, 2022, track changes will be in place at Chicago Union Station affecting BNSF, SouthWest Service, and Heritage Corridor trains.
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Metra BNSF
1 month
BNSF Inbound and Outbound trains are stopped near Cicero due to police activity.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
Inbound and Outbound train traffic is halted near Harlem due to a vehicle being stuck on the tracks. The estimated time delay is unknow. Metra will update you once more information is available.
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Metra BNSF
5 years
Traffic is halted out of the South Concourse at Chicago Union Station until further notice.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
BNSF train 1301 schedule to arrive Aurora at 3:27 PM may be operating 15 to 20 minutes behind schedule due to Vice Presidential Motorcade. (update)
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Metra BNSF
1 year
BNSF 1245, the 4:10 pm arrival to Brookfield, is currently stopped at Western Avenue due to a car striking a bridge. We will advise you once this train is on the move
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Metra BNSF
7 months
Metra inbound train #1300 scheduled to arrive Chicago Union station at 11: 16 pm will not operate due to mechanical failure. Metra train #1302 will be the next train to accommodate passengers to Chicago.
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Metra BNSF
9 months
Metra has scheduled an informational session at Chicago Union Station to pass out information about the fare changes and answer questions from riders. Staff will be available today at the station from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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Metra BNSF
4 months
BNSF Outbound Train 2035 due to arrive Aurora at 11:51 PM, reverse back to Chicago and will not operate due to a bridge strike. Train #2039 will originate at Berwyn.
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Metra BNSF
7 years
Metra Alert BNSF - BNSF Service Disruption-Overcrowding Prevention Plan Implemented/Commuter should avoid Chicago Union Station (REVISED)
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Metra BNSF
11 months
BNSF inbound train 1300, is on the move operating 30 to 35 minutes behind schedule due to Police Activity. This train will make express stops only after Hinsdale with 1302 accommodating passengers.
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Metra BNSF
1 year
Inbound and outbound trains will be halted near Fairview due to train #1301 striking a pedestrian. Estimated time of delays are unknown but extensive delays are anticipated. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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Metra BNSF
5 years
Metra will be switching to an alternate weekday schedule starting on Monday, March 23, because of anticipated lighter ridership. The alternate schedule for the BNSF Line can be viewed here: The news release can be viewed here:
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Metra BNSF
7 months
BNSF 1251, the 5:35 pm arrival to Aurora, may be operating 25-30 minutes behind schedule due to a problem with the dispatching department. This train will express from Chicago to Congress Park. Train 1257 will accommodate passengers at intermediate stops.
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Metra BNSF
2 years
Metra Alert BNSF - Inbound and outbound train movement halted near Main Street due to train #1277 striking a pedestrian
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Metra BNSF
6 years
⚠️ LAST BNSF TRAIN OUT of Chicago, Jan 30-31: Train #1323 , 10:40pm departure
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