Central station (CTA Green Line)
| Company type | Chicago Transit Authority station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | April 15, 1899 |
| Headquarters | Chicago , United States |
Area served | Austin, Chicago, Illinois |
| Products | Rapid transit services |
Central serves as a stop on the Chicago Transit Authority's 'L' system, positioned at 350 North Central Avenue within the Austin area on Chicago's West Side.
History
The station originally commenced operations on April 15, 1899, as a segment of the Lake Street Elevated Railroad expansion. It was first constructed at ground level featuring a single island platform but was relocated onto an embankment in 1962 to enable Central Avenue to run underneath. The secondary entrance at Parkside Avenue was shut down on January 15, 1973. Between 1994 and 1996, during the Green Line renovation project, the facility received a fresh coat of paint and the installation of an elevator to enhance accessibility.
Despite sharing its name, this station is situated at a considerable distance from the Central stop on the Purple Line.
Location
Situated at 350 North Central Avenue, this station lies between Laramie and Austin stops along the Green Line, which extends from Harlem/Lake to both Ashland/63rd and Cottage Grove. It services the West Side neighborhood of Austin in Chicago, specifically at the intersection of Central Avenue and Corcoran Place.
Bus connections
- 85 Central