North/Clybourn station
| Company type | Chicago "L" rapid transit station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | October 17, 1943 |
| Headquarters | Chicago , United States |
Area served | Chicago Near North Side |
| Owner | Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) |
North/Clybourn is a station on the "L" system's Red Line, operated by the CTA. This underground facility includes two side platforms and is situated at 1599 North Clybourn Avenue within Chicago's Near North Side district, positioned at the southeastern boundary of the commercial area known as the Clybourn Corridor. The station lies at the crossroads of North Avenue, Halsted Street, and Clybourn Avenue. It commenced operations on October 17, 1943, as a segment of the State Street subway.
Apple advertising agreement
On August 12, 2009, the Chicago Transit Board authorized Apple Inc. to hold exclusive advertising rights and lease the bus turnaround area at North/Clybourn for a period approaching ten years. In return, Apple pledged to undertake renovation and landscaping efforts for both the station and bus turnaround, with expenditures limited to $3.897 million. The renovation was targeted for completion by late 2010.
Bus connections
- 8 Halsted
- N9 Ashland Night Bus (Owl Service)
- 72 North
External links
- North/Clybourn Station Page at Chicago-'L'.org
- Train schedule (PDF) at CTA official site
- North/Clybourn Station Page CTA official site
- North Avenue and Clybourn Street entrance from Google Maps Street View