Service Alerts
The Metra Electric District and Union Pacific North Line will run extra train service for anticipation of larger than normal crowds for Chicago home games at Soldier Field. For more information click here and visit metra.com.
There's various reasons train service could be affected causing delays. During autumn months when leaves fall on tracks and a train's wheel crush them, a slick oily residue is left behind on the rail. This residue makes it harder for the train to get proper traction to start, stop, and maintain speed. As a result, delays may be experienced during your travel. Plan ahead and allow for extra travel time this autumn season. For additional information click here.
Tracks #2, and #4, are out of service on the south concourse at Chicago Union Station until further notice due to the Canal St., construction project. BNSF, Southwest Service, and Heritage Corridor passengers should check gate boards prior to boarding their trains. If you need help, please contact Metra personnel for assistance.
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Station Details
| Station Details | |
|---|---|
| Ticket Vending Machine | No Vending Machine. Purchase tickets on board or via the Ventra app. |
| Waiting Room Hours | Shelter |
| Train Lines | SouthWest Service (SWS) |
| Accessibility | Yes |
| Station Address |
79th St. & West Columbus Ave. |
| Connecting Services | |
| Station Parking | Yes |
| Station Zone | 2 |
| Parking Contact | SP+ Parking 773-714-9262. The Parkmobile App can be used for daily parking (Zone 215) |
| Parking | |
|---|---|
| Total Parking Lots | 2 |
| Permit or Daily Parking | 0 Spaces |
| Daily Only Parking | 180 Spaces |
| ADA Parking | 6 |
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