HOW TO RIDE THE BUS IN CHICAGO // CTA Public Transportation Travel Guide from a Local (4K Vlog)

[@LuisGustoComedy]

What's good #GustoGang hope you enjoy this complete guide to riding CTA buses!! Thank you so much for watching! 🚌

[@lydiastucki721]

Videos like this are so helpful for people like me on the autism spectrum. I have a lot of trouble figuring out how things work in the moment and a lot of these tips are assumed by drivers/other passengers. It's really great to have someone lay out the routines and etiquette for public transportation!

[@JoseFlores-kl6jm]

One of the reasons that I love Chicago Luis is because of the Public transportation.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Most definitely 💯

[@Stuff-qo2km]

I gotta say not a big bus guy i'm more like a L guy but yeah massive props to people working in the cta they help keep the city running 😀😎

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Riding the L is so much more fun, just wish it covered more of the city lol

[@samuelpreciado1336]

I’m just learning about CTA, wish all cities had this. Makes me love Chicago even more.

[@lanzcossom8844]

Im a bus operator for CTA..appreciate the love.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thank you for everything you do, much respect for bus operators 💯😎

[@tdevianc679]

I’m a bus driver at DDOT for the city of Detroit Do you think the CTA would hire me if I moved there

[@davidmanke794]

Once again, good video. Usually when I am in the city, I have visitors with me. A tip I would give Is that the Ventra card can be used for more than one person. When you get on the bus, tell the bus driver how many people are in your group. The bus driver will tell you when to swipe your Ventra card for each person. The $.25 transfer applies to all the riders also. For the CTA trains, swipe your card and let a person go through the gate. After the first person goes through and the screen is red, swipe the card for the next person. There is a lot of old CTA trains, busses and trolley cars at the Illinois Railway Museum in Union, Illinois. There is also the big Santa Fe sign from the Railway Exchange Building. The last time I went there was 2014 so I need to go again.

[@Kay2be2mr]

Thank you SO MUCH!! I was about to ask about using the same card for multiple people. Your comment helped a lot!

[@n.r.p8576]

Hi Luis from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 I love Chicago 💖

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Hola Normita!

[@MyWalkLondon]

You are one of the Best Vlogger on KZbin. Who Agree? 👇

[@jordanwitt3177]

thank you for all of these chicago city tutorials, luis the life saver !

[@smarkasmc]

High quality of the message. Full knowledge for bus passengers and an invitation to those who are still reluctant. After watching and listening to it, you want to take a bus in Chicago and go somewhere. And of course a good approach to the green city of the future. I like it, thanks. There is no metro in the city where I live, but there are buses and trams. All the best! Piotr from Poznań, Poland.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Well said, thank you so much 😎💯✌

[@tishalewis698]

Thanks for this bus guide as I’m not familiar and this gives me confidence in taking it when I move. Thank you Luis as always. Blessings🤗

[@LuisGustoComedy]

So glad to hear Tisha, thank you!

[@neettim]

Holy smokes love this video! Love that you included etiquette and tips when actually riding. This is the best CTA bus tutorial I've seen for a tourist like me. Thank you

[@kartiknamdev2692]

Totally amazing and quality was 🔥

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thank you so much Kartik!!

[@LinRuiEn]

The buses and L are also a great way to really see the city! Buses especially hit a lot of neighborhoods most visitors won't even know about.

[@Rosafit620]

Omgoodness I still remember the buses with the two poles connected to overhead wires. Lol

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Wish they kept some in operation, they look pretty dope!!

[@PC4USE1]

The last Electric bus was the #12 on Roosevelt,it stopped running in 1972. I rode those buses in my youth.

[@Rosafit620]

@@PC4USE1 Fabulous! The last I saw those buses was North Avenue . Amazing.

[@nickpalmer4712]

Great video Luis!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thanks Nick 💯

[@KnarfMetmohn]

In your video the backdoors opened by themself and you mentioned that you have to inform the driver, if they don’t. My experience after dozens of rides was: you have to push the doors open manually. That’s also what the drivers told me to do and it’s written on the inside of the doors. A little bit confusing for tourists first time in Chicago

[@josephmcdade4501]

Great video and info Luis and Narissa👍💙

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Appreciate it Joseph!! 😎

[@Hortonscakes]

Thank you Luis! I don't mind taking the bus, this is so helpful! By the time my husband and I move to Chicago, I'll be better equipped! 💯🤙

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching!!

[@matthewbarry2079]

I've preferred the bus over the L during the pandemic, busses aren't as crowded as trains and it's nice to look out the window!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

I feel ya

[@leereeder2293]

I rode Chicago buses and it was phenomenal to ride when I needed them

[@yolanda1903]

Good morning Luis hope you are doing good I love your videos you explain very well I love it ♥️👍👍👍👍👍👍from California

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Hey Yolanda thank you so much 💯

[@JeffSchwenke]

Great video Luis and Narissa! My favorite bus routes are the ones that travel express on the outer Lake Shore Drive for part of the route, like the 146. Very scenic.

[@travellyoung1424]

Single ride fare is 2.50 cash 2.25 if using Ventura card. Reduce fare is 1.25 with reduced fare id. Student fare is .75 mon- fri only during normal school year and from 5:30am to 8:30 pm.

[@JMilansJourney]

As a born and raised Chicagoan, I agree with all you stated! Amazing video! 💗

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thank you!!

[@car_tar3882]

I’m from dc so idk about Chicago but here we generally pull the cord after the stop before ours or when the announcement plays. If you get it right you can even line em up so it says “______ street and _________ave stop requested” all one long line

[@Dylan-jw6cf]

Great video!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thanks Dylan!!

[@areeellss5031]

I’ve lived in Chicago my entire life and I still don’t know how to use public transportation:( you should make a video on how to get through downtown riding the train!

[@dinodriverandcomrademike408]

Heyo Luis I just wanna say the quality on your videos is as if your channel has 1M subs, keep at it with the good work. Thanks for the great videos brother!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thank you for the kind words 🙏🏼💯

[@dangelohartley5977]

Fact: CTA does have electric buses in its current fleet. Their first battery electric bus is the 2014 New Flyer XE40. You can easily find this bus operating on rt 79 79th only during the rush hours. If you want to catch this bus, track the bus using CTA Bus Tracker and find bus number 701. This bus is very easy to spot, just find a bus in a blue paint scheme, don't get thrown off that face the paint is blue which is similar to Pace Suburban Bus (Public transit company that operates within the suburbs of Chicago and some parts of the city.) CTA also has a new fleet of Proterra Catalyst BE40's which is another batter electric bus. These buses are currently testing on start revenue service later in 2021 on routes 66 Chicago and 124 Navy Pier. Also most of their 60ft articulated buses hybrid diesel/electric buses. These buses are the 2008 New Flyer DE60LF 4000-4207 and 2012 New Flyer DE60LFR 4300-4332. And their diesel buses consists of 2006-09 New Flyer D40LF 1000-2029, 2000-02 Nova Bus LFS 2nd Generation models 6400-6883, and 2014/19 Nova Bus LFS 4th Generation models (2014: 7900-8324 and 2019: 8325-8349).

[@JocGrinds]

U know your stuff!!

[@dangelohartley5977]

@@JocGrinds Why thank you

[@emilyfreiburger414]

Just moved to Chicago from farmland and this is SO helpful! I always wished we had more PT in rural communities

[@natanne]

Super helpful vid!! And love seeing more of Narissa.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thanks Natalie! We had so much fun making this 😁

[@seanriley6911]

Love your passion for your city Luis, we are definitely 2 of a kind there. Very interesting & helpful for visiting Chicago, thanks again.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Appreciate the kind words Sean!

[@robolaserkittens5633]

I appreciate that you get straight to the point in your videos and have good info, I really enjoyed this one and the L train guide!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thank you, happy to hear you enjoyed these guides!

[@marsmakesart]

great video louis! excited to move up to chicago in july 🌆

[@Sammydx1]

I took the 49/x49 for years going to Lane Tech. I got on at 51st and Western and went through alot of rough violent neighborhoods. But I always felt safe and never ever experienced anything negative. Of course winter conditions can slow down the bus by an hour or more sometimes. That's why you need unlimited data and watch a good Netflix show.

[@gorga8618]

Great video, I'm loving the B-roll!!!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thank you Gorga 😀

[@osagiee.guobadia-secondytc4624]

You and your girlfriend are good experts on how everyone can use the CTA buses, Luis! : ) #goodvideo.

[@estherventura-damico7901]

Nice to check out the video as it compares when traveling on the MTA in New York City. Very similar information and there various color codes lines but they are identified by letters A, B, C, etc. or a group of letters are identified as the original train lines before they eventually where merged as one system such as the IRT, BMT. We even have a transit museum with the history of the transportation system of New York City. Yes we have to wear masks as well and the fair is $2.75 with various discounts depending if you are using a weekly or monthly pass and if you are disabled or elderly. Thanks for the information for when I decide to visit Chicago.

[@wilfredoechevarria5279]

HI LUIS!!!!! YO NUNCA E VIVIDO EN CHICAGO, YO VIVIA EN BUFFALO NY Y HAY BUENA TRANSPORTOCION PUBLICA PERO EN CHICAGO MUCHO MÁS TRENES, MUCHOS BUSES UNA GRAN CIUDAD!!!!!

[@elonmuskrat9244]

Great videos Luis- moving from suburbs to Chicago and totally overwhelmed with this stuff

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thanks, glad to help!

[@lanchparty]

Thanks so much! We are headed to Chicago for a family vacay this summer. This is super helpful!

[@PC4USE1]

Wait on a main arterial street in sub zero weather,Western Ave is an example. 4 to 5 buses will pass after 15 minutes and the one that stops will be jam packed. It has been years since I rode the CTA but I hope that scenario is no longer true.Chicago,though,like New York City can allow an adult to never drive and get around the city. I didn't get a license till I was 36 years old. buses and L s got me everywhere.

[@mariafabiolarealtor]

Amazing quality

[@kylechellino2579]

Also don't forget if you are disabled and you ride with CTA you can get a ride free card, and if you ride with Paratransit, Your Paratransit ID can be used as your Ventra card

[@Nvideofilmsproductions]

the busiest bus route on cta is 8 Halsted and X9 Ashland Express

[@mrmrabcabc123]

The presentation is lively!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thank you!

[@shalxnda]

Watching this cus I have anxiety and I'm scared of getting lost

[@susanahailey]

Love your videos. Moved from Chicago to Indianapolis and moving back after 3years. Started viewing videos on opinions on what’s new and respect your opinion ( my grandparents immigrated from Lithuania to Chicago) . You have a great way of presenting! Wouldn’t mind seeing more food comparison, since this is one of the reasons I’m moving back .. Chicago is the best! Love your work!

[@newseptic7206]

Nice video Luis, I really enjoy your content. Keep it up bro!

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thank you 😎

[@mohamedlemrani1601]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@LuisGustoComedy]

✌

[@JTProdigy]

I love this! Great job

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Thanks JT!

[@Benedictaphone]

Thank you!!

[@nancygoldberg4865]

I'm contemplating a trip to Chicago by Air rather than by car. I believe the bus and El would be a good alternative to navigating the city. it's been 25 years since my last visit and I realize that some neighborhoods have changed but I would like to visit some areas around Downtown, Archer Ave., Midway Airport, and Ciscero safely. Any advice on which bus routes to avoid anywhere and best times to travel? Thank you Luis and am looking forward to more of your posts.

[@JoseTwitterFan]

If only Metra was this good....

[@LuisGustoComedy]

😂

[@juanitamoncebaiz3759]

Than you for posting Luis, what app you recommend for public transportation buss Cta, Pace and the L.

[@dvferyance]

And put your coins in fast when you get on. I learned that the hard way.

[@michellemarie1197]

Idk why everyone bashes buses, they are honestly not that bad...

[@billybpparrants1567]

My hometown

[@marijgaitan]

Can I use the same ventra card for me and another person?

[@evenito9455]

yes you can

[@austinsmith1505]

I’m in the process of moving to the big city for graduate school in Chicago

[@LuisGustoComedy]

💯

[@Andrew1224gd]

Cta now has electric buses on the 66 Chicago And bus electric charging stations at navy pier

[@alejandrogomez13]

Hi Luis. If I buy a 7 o 14 day pass on my visit to Chicago can I use it for both "L" and buses ?? Just buying a ventra card with that pass is all I need ? Thanks !

[@bens2417]

The pass will work on the L and the bus! (just make sure to buy a cta pass and not one for Pace or Metra)

[@alejandrogomez13]

@@bens2417 Thank you Ben !

[@caimbeauty9628]

the 9 bus was 40 minutes late one time but other than that it is very reliable.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

I hate when the bus is late, usually it's the fault of all the drivers on the road 😒

[@nocturnalhours_]

IDk if I missed it or not, but how often do they run? Also if I'm out at a bar, how late can I get the train or a bus to get me to the other side of town if needed? Or anywhere in the city?

[@mateomoreno6125]

I have cousins who lives in Chicago suburb and I’m from Cleveland

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Noice

[@erickjerland1281]

I take the 151 a lot.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

🚍

[@meerasachdeva2950]

Chicago. For

[@v.a.993]

Please don't abuse/disrespect bus drivers. They have a stressful job already and don't need any extra hassles. They are just trying to do their jobs and get passengers from point a to point b safely. Thank you.

[@LuisGustoComedy]

💯 Well said

[@Jaquxan]

is there a link to give the CTA Most popular routes

[@iOwnzNubz1]

So the red cord is not an emergency cord?

[@lauraramos1884]

Please help me, do the buses accept bills or only coins?

[@alessandraromero247]

so just to clarify buses wont stop at every stop you need to let the driver know when you want to get off?

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Yes you signal your stop by pulling the cord or pressing the red button by the back doors

[@aerreguin]

Just rode the 55 from the museum of science and industry to the airport... And I don't recommend 😅

[@mannyg.forever5730]

How do you pay? Can you pay using a ventra card? Can you pay using your phone?

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Yes to both

[@jazminortiz2222]

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@LuisGustoComedy]

💯🙏

[@kevinpark953]

Can you use the Ventra card on the metro line

[@LuisGustoComedy]

I don't think so - but you can use the Ventra app to purchase Metra tickets 🚉

[@Snakepit_222]

Wat is that song that play in the background

[@LuisGustoComedy]

Which one?

[@Snakepit_222]

I think it's the one that play in the beginning

[@lynnlyra3987]

Muy bien pero hablas muy rápido.

[@anthonybiney8436]

Please can I have your IG handle 🤠

[@LuisGustoComedy]

I'm @GoLuisGusto on every platform

[@jamesd2282]

Thanks for the info! Appreciate it