City of Joliet, IL
08/10/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/10/2026 10:43
Metra Announces Rock Island Line Closure Weekend of Aug. 21-23
Metra has announced that it's Rock Island Line will be closed the weekend of Aug. 21-23, resulting in no train service between Joliet and Chicago during the closure.
On Friday, Aug. 21, the last train from Joliet to Chicago (Train 436) will depart Joliet at 8:25 p.m. The last train from Chicago to Joliet (Train 437) will depart LaSalle Street Station at 10 p.m.
Service is expected to resume in time for the Monday morning commute on Aug. 24. The closure is necessary for bridge work associated with the construction of Metra's new Auburn Park Station in Chicago.
Riders should plan ahead and consider alternate transportation during the closure.
For more information, please visit www.metra.com.
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