Bus 21 route
Route stops
320 stops • 7 directions
- 25th Street & Michigan
- King Drive & 25th Street
- McCormick Place
- Cermak & Prairie
- Cermak & Michigan
- Cermak-McCormick Place Green Line Station
- Cermak & Clark (Red Line)
- Cermak-Chinatown Red Line Station
- Cermak & Archer
- Cermak & Canal
- Cermak & Lumber
- Cermak & Union
- Cermak & Halsted
- Cermak & Peoria
- Cermak & Morgan
- Cermak & Carpenter
- Cermak & Racine
- Cermak & Throop
- Cermak & Loomis
- Cermak & Laflin
- Cermak & Ashland
- Cermak & Paulina
- Cermak & Wood
- Cermak & Wolcott
- Cermak & Damen
- Cermak & Hoyne
- Cermak & Leavitt
- Cermak & Oakley
- Cermak & Western
- Cermak & Rockwell
- Cermak & Washtenaw
- Cermak & California
- Cermak & Marshall
- Cermak & Albany
- Cermak & Kedzie
- Cermak & Spaulding
- Cermak & Homan
- Cermak & St. Louis
- Cermak & Central Park
- Cermak & Lawndale
- Cermak & Hamlin
- Cermak & Ogden
- Cermak & Pulaski
- Cermak & Karlov
- Cermak & Keeler
- Cermak & Kildare
- Cermak & Kostner
- Cermak & Kilbourn
- 4542 W Cermak
- Cermak & 47th Avenue
- Cermak & Cicero (Pink Line)
- Cermak & 49th Avenue
- Cermak & 50th Avenue
- Cermak & Laramie
- 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station
- Cermak & Central
- Cermak & 58th Avenue
- Cermak & Austin
- Cermak & Lombard
- Cermak & Ridgeland
- Cermak & East
- Cermak & Riverside/Wesley
- Cermak & Oak Park
- Cermak & Home
- Cermak & Wisconsin
- Cermak & Harlem
- North Riverside Mall
- North Riverside Mall
- North Riverside & Cermak
- 7250 W Cermak
- Cermak & Harlem
- Cermak & Wisconsin
- Cermak & Home
- Cermak & Oak Park
- Cermak & Riverside/Wesley
- Cermak & East
- Cermak & Ridgeland
- Cermak & Lombard
- Cermak & Austin
- Cermak & 58th Avenue
- Cermak & Central
- Cermak & 54th Avenue
- Cermak & Laramie (Pink Line)
- Cermak & 50th Avenue
- Cermak & 49th Avenue (Pink Line)
- Cermak & Cicero
- Cermak & 47th Avenue
- 4632 W Cermak
- 4542 W Cermak
- Cermak & Kilbourn
- Cermak & Kostner
- Cermak & Kolin
- Cermak & Keeler
- Cermak & Karlov
- Cermak & Pulaski
- Cermak & Springfield
- Cermak & Hamlin
- Cermak & Lawndale
- Cermak & Central Park
- Cermak & St. Louis
- Cermak & Homan
- Cermak & Spaulding
- Cermak & Kedzie
- Cermak & Albany
- Cermak & Marshall
- Cermak & California
- Cermak & Washtenaw
- Cermak & Rockwell
- Cermak & Western
- Cermak & Oakley
- Cermak & Leavitt
- Cermak & Hoyne
- Cermak & Damen
- Cermak & Wolcott
- Cermak & Wood
- Cermak & Paulina
- Cermak & Ashland/Blue Island
- Cermak & Laflin
- Cermak & Loomis
- Cermak & Throop
- Cermak & Racine
- Cermak & Morgan
- 929 W Cermak
- Cermak & Halsted
- Cermak & Union
- Cermak & Lumber
- Cermak & Canal
- Cermak & Archer
- Cermak & Wentworth (Red Line)
- Cermak & Clark
- Cermak-McCormick Place Green Line Station
- Cermak & Indiana
- McCormick Place
- King Drive & 25th Street
- 26th Street & King Drive
- 26th Street & Prairie
- 26th Street & Indiana
- Michigan & 26th Street
- Michigan & 25th Street
- 25th Street & Michigan
- 25th Street & Michigan
- King Drive & 25th Street
- McCormick Place
- Cermak & Prairie
- Cermak & Michigan
- Cermak-McCormick Place Green Line Station
- Cermak & Clark (Red Line)
- Cermak-Chinatown Red Line Station
- Cermak & Archer
- Cermak & Canal
- Cermak & Lumber
- Cermak & Union
- Cermak & Halsted
- Cermak & Peoria
- Cermak & Morgan
- Cermak & Carpenter
- Cermak & Racine
- Cermak & Throop
- Cermak & Loomis
- Cermak & Laflin
- Cermak & Ashland
- Cermak & Paulina
- Cermak & Wood
- Cermak & Wolcott
- Cermak & Damen
- Cermak & Hoyne
- Cermak & Leavitt
- Cermak & Oakley
- Cermak & Western
- Cermak & Rockwell
- Cermak & Washtenaw
- Cermak & California
- Cermak & Marshall
- Cermak & Albany
- Cermak & Kedzie
- Cermak & Spaulding
- Cermak & Homan
- Cermak & St. Louis
- Cermak & Central Park
- Cermak & Lawndale
- Cermak & Hamlin
- Cermak & Ogden
- Cermak & Pulaski
- Cermak & Karlov
- Cermak & Keeler
- Cermak & Kildare
- Cermak & Kostner
- Cermak & Kilbourn
- 4542 W Cermak
- Cermak & 47th Avenue
- Cermak & Cicero (Pink Line)
- Cermak & 49th Avenue
- Cermak & 50th Avenue
- Cermak & Laramie
- 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station
- 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station
- Cermak & Laramie (Pink Line)
- Cermak & 50th Avenue
- Cermak & 49th Avenue (Pink Line)
- Cermak & Cicero
- Cermak & 47th Avenue
- 4632 W Cermak
- 4542 W Cermak
- Cermak & Kilbourn
- Cermak & Kostner
- Cermak & Kolin
- Cermak & Keeler
- Cermak & Karlov
- Cermak & Pulaski
- Cermak & Springfield
- Cermak & Hamlin
- Cermak & Lawndale
- Cermak & Central Park
- Cermak & St. Louis
- Cermak & Homan
- Cermak & Spaulding
- Cermak & Kedzie
- Cermak & Albany
- Cermak & Marshall
- Cermak & California
- Cermak & Washtenaw
- Cermak & Rockwell
- Cermak & Western
- Cermak & Oakley
- Cermak & Leavitt
- Cermak & Hoyne
- Cermak & Damen
- Cermak & Wolcott
- Cermak & Wood
- Cermak & Paulina
- Cermak & Ashland/Blue Island
- Cermak & Laflin
- Cermak & Loomis
- Cermak & Throop
- Cermak & Racine
- Cermak & Morgan
- 929 W Cermak
- Cermak & Halsted
- Cermak & Union
- Cermak & Lumber
- Cermak & Canal
- Cermak & Archer
- Cermak & Wentworth (Red Line)
- Cermak & Clark
- Cermak-McCormick Place Green Line Station
- Cermak & Indiana
- McCormick Place
- King Drive & 25th Street
- 26th Street & King Drive
- 26th Street & Prairie
- 26th Street & Indiana
- Michigan & 26th Street
- Michigan & 25th Street
- 25th Street & Michigan
- Cermak & Pulaski
- Cermak & Karlov
- Cermak & Keeler
- Cermak & Kildare
- Cermak & Kostner
- Cermak & Kilbourn
- 4542 W Cermak
- Cermak & 47th Avenue
- Cermak & Cicero (Pink Line)
- Cermak & 49th Avenue
- Cermak & 50th Avenue
- Cermak & Laramie
- 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station
- Cermak & Pulaski
- Cermak & Karlov
- Cermak & Keeler
- Cermak & Kildare
- Cermak & Kostner
- Cermak & Kilbourn
- 4542 W Cermak
- Cermak & 47th Avenue
- Cermak & Cicero (Pink Line)
- Cermak & 49th Avenue
- Cermak & 50th Avenue
- Cermak & Laramie
- 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station
- Cermak & Central
- Cermak & 58th Avenue
- Cermak & Austin
- Cermak & Lombard
- Cermak & Ridgeland
- Cermak & East
- Cermak & Riverside/Wesley
- Cermak & Oak Park
- Cermak & Home
- Cermak & Wisconsin
- Cermak & Harlem
- North Riverside Mall
- North Riverside Mall
- North Riverside & Cermak
- 7250 W Cermak
- Cermak & Harlem
- Cermak & Wisconsin
- Cermak & Home
- Cermak & Oak Park
- Cermak & Riverside/Wesley
- Cermak & East
- Cermak & Ridgeland
- Cermak & Lombard
- Cermak & Austin
- Cermak & 58th Avenue
- Cermak & Central
- Cermak & 54th Avenue
- Cermak & Laramie (Pink Line)
- Cermak & 50th Avenue
- Cermak & 49th Avenue (Pink Line)
- Cermak & Cicero
- Cermak & 47th Avenue
- 4632 W Cermak
- 4542 W Cermak
- Cermak & Kilbourn
- Cermak & Kostner
- Cermak & Kolin
- Cermak & Keeler
- Cermak & Karlov
- Cermak & Pulaski
Route map
Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 21. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 21 specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 21 stop here?'
Where does bus #21 run?
This route serves the Chicago (USA) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
Which depot or garage does this route belong to?
Route is associated with depot/garage: 'Kedzie'. This is the maintenance base where vehicles are serviced and depart from. For passengers it's mostly reference info, but it can help when reporting issues about a specific vehicle or trip.
Who's the official operator?
Operator is Chicago Transit Authority. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'CTA' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
Is this a circular route?
No. Circular routes run in a closed loop, regular routes go between two endpoints. To avoid going the wrong way, check the destination on the display and confirm direction using a map or stop list.
Is there a fare?
Yes. Payment rules and discounts can differ by region and vehicle type. If it matters to you, verify current fares and ticket/validation requirements before traveling.
Can you board with a wheelchair?
Yes. Accessibility usually means low-floor entry with ramps and designated spaces. Even when accessibility is stated, conditions can vary on specific vehicles and stops. If this is critical, check the vehicle type for your specific trip and confirm ramp/entry availability beforehand.
Are bikes allowed?
Yes. If allowed, still try to avoid rush hour—in a packed vehicle with a bike it's rough for you and everyone else. Check the rules ahead: sometimes you need to fold the bike or buy a separate ticket.
Additional Route Information
Cermak
Reference
21
Official name
Cermak
Origin
25th Street & Michigan
Destination
North Riverside Mall
Garage
Kedzie
Description
Provides Daily Service from 25th Street & Michigan west to North Riverside Mall.
Direction
West
Route network
CTA
Operator
Chicago Transit Authority
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 04:45-23:20, Sa 06:45-23:20, Su 08:55-20:35
Fare
Wheelchair accessibility
Bicycle area
Round trip
Cermak
Reference
21
Official name
Cermak
Origin
North Riverside Mall
Destination
25th Street & Michigan
Garage
Kedzie
Description
Provides Daily Service from North Riverside Mall East to 25th Street & Michigan.
Direction
East
Route network
CTA
Operator
Chicago Transit Authority
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 04:55-22:20, Sa 08:00-22:40, Su 08:55-20:35
Fare
Wheelchair accessibility
Bicycle area
Round trip
Cermak
Reference
21
Official name
Cermak
Origin
25th Street & Michigan
Destination
54th/Cermak Pink Line Station
Garage
Kedzie
Description
Provides Weekend Early Morning and Evening Service from 25th Street & Michigan west to 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station outside of North Riverside Mall Hours.
Direction
West
Route network
CTA
Operator
Chicago Transit Authority
Opening hours
Sa 05:00-06:26, Su 06:40-07:40 and 20:00-23:20
Fare
Wheelchair accessibility
Bicycle area
Round trip
Cermak
Reference
21
Official name
Cermak
Origin
54th/Cermak Pink Line Station
Destination
25th Street & Michigan
Garage
Kedzie
Description
Provides Daily Early Morning and Evening Service from 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station east to 25th Street & Michigan outside of North Riverside Mall Hours.
Direction
East
Route network
CTA
Operator
Chicago Transit Authority
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 04:10-04:43, Sa 04:10-07:57, Su 5:50-08:50 and 21:10-22:30
Fare
Wheelchair accessibility
Bicycle area
Round trip
Cermak
Reference
21
Official name
Cermak
Origin
Cermak & Pulaski
Destination
54th/Cermak Pink Line Station
Garage
Kedzie
Description
Provides Monday-Saturday Early Morning Short Run Service from Cermak & Pulaski west to 54th/Cermak Pink Line Station.
Direction
West
Route network
CTA
Operator
Chicago Transit Authority
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 04:00-04:40, Sa 03:58-05:22
Fare
Wheelchair accessibility
Bicycle area
Round trip
Cermak
Reference
21
Official name
Cermak
Origin
Cermak & Pulaski
Destination
North Riverside Mall
Garage
Kedzie
Description
Provides Monday-Saturday Early Morning Short Run Service from Pulaski west to North Riverside Mall.
Direction
West
Route network
CTA
Operator
Chicago Transit Authority
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 04:34-04:40, Sa 03:58-05:22
Fare
Wheelchair accessibility
Bicycle area
Round trip
Cermak
Reference
21
Official name
Cermak
Origin
North Riverside Mall
Destination
Cermak & Pulaski
Garage
Kedzie
Description
Provides Monday-Saturday Late Night Short Run Service from North Riverside Mall east to Cermak & Pulaski.
Direction
East
Route network
CTA
Operator
Chicago Transit Authority
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 22:27-00:17, Sa 22:58-00:16
Fare
Wheelchair accessibility
Bicycle area
Round trip
Quick overview
Explore the bus 21 route in Chicago (USA). 7 directions, 320 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.