Lakeshore - Lakeshore Corridor
The Lakeshore Corridor route, frequently referred to as the South Shore Line, runs between Millennium Station in downtown Chicago and the South Bend International Airport in South Bend, Indiana. Intermediate stops are made in Hammond, Gary, and Michigan City.
For more information, visit https://mysouthshoreline.com/plan-your-trip/train-schedules/.
Current Service Alerts
General Message
WEEKEND SCHEDULE, BUSING IN EFFECT: Passengers are advised that the South Shore Line will continue Lakeshore Corridor and Monon Corridor service with the operation of a WEEKEND/HOLIDAY train schedule through Friday, July 3, 2026, with busing between Hammond Gateway and East Chicago stations through Sunday, July 5. The bus bridge will be in place for eastbound and westbound passengers at East Chicago & Hammond Gateway. No bikes will be permitted on buses. Buses will arrive and depart with passengers between Hammond and East Chicago stations according to the SSL published train schedule.. Please be advised delays are expected due to the busing.
General Message
UPDATE: Crews continue to work diligently to restore the scene of a June 24 freight train derailment/power loss. As a result of busing substitution related to the incident, passengers utilizing South Shore Line trains today, June 29, are advised SSL continues to operate a weekend/holiday schedule through July 3, and to expect significant delays. We apologize for the inconvenience, and thank passengers for their patience.
General Message
6/29-7/3 KIDS RIDE FREE: Kids Ride Free on all trains June 29 – July 3, 2026. In an effort to help families enjoy summer, the program will be available on all weekday trains during this promotion June 29-July 3 (please note Friday, July 3, 2026, is a regular weekday train schedule). No ticket purchase is needed for kids riding free.
General Message
The Metra Millennium Station elevator is out of service until further notice. Recommended alternative accessible locations are Van Buren or Museum Campus/11th St. Please visit https://www.mysouthshoreline.com/riders/ada for more information on alternative elevator locations.
Recently Resolved Service Alerts
Weekend/Holiday Eastbound Train #601
Train affected: Weekend/Holiday Eastbound Train #601 Delay of 30 - 45 minutes due to late turn of equipment.
General Message
Update: Due to internet connectivity issues with the train tracking system, Weekday Lakeshore Eastbound Trains #515 and #517 cannot be tracked today, June 30th, 2026. Please be at your scheduled station on time, listen for station announcements, and monitor reader boards for important service updates and train information.
Stations Served
This route stops at 11th St. (Michigan City), 57th St. (Hyde Park), 63rd St., Beverly Shores, Carroll Ave. (Michigan City), Dune Park, East Chicago, Gary Metro Center, Gary/Chicago Airport, Hammond Gateway, Hegewisch, Hudson Lake, Millennium Station, Miller, Museum Campus/11th St., Portage/Ogden Dunes, South Bend Airport and Van Buren St..
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