Brown Line (CTA) facts for kids
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A Brown Line train of 3200 series cars.
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| Overview | |
| Status | Operational |
| Locale | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Termini | Kimball The Loop, Belmont |
| Stations | 27 |
| Service | |
| Type | Rapid transit |
| System | Chicago "L" |
| Operator(s) | Chicago Transit Authority |
| Rolling stock | 3200-series |
| Daily ridership | 101,881 (avg. weekday in 2011) |
| History | |
| Opened | August 1, 1949 (Current operation) |
| Technical | |
| Line length | 11.4 mi (18.3 km) |
| Character | Elevated and Street Level |
| Track gauge | 4 ft 8 1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) |
| Minimum radius | 90 feet (27 m) |
| Electrification | Third rail, 600 V DC |
The Brown Line is a busy train route in Chicago, Illinois. It is also known as the Ravenswood Line. This train is part of the famous Chicago "L" system. The "L" stands for "elevated," meaning much of the track is high above the ground.
The Brown Line is about 11.4-mile (18.3 km) long. It has 27 stations along its route. The train connects the Albany Park neighborhood to downtown Chicago. It runs almost entirely above the streets. This means it avoids traffic and moves quickly.
The Brown Line is one of the busiest "L" routes. In 2011, over 100,000 people rode it every weekday. It helps many students and workers get around the city.
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How the Brown Line Works
The Brown Line runs most of the day and night. On weekdays and Saturdays, trains go to the Loop from 4:00 AM to 1:30 AM. On Sundays, service starts at 5:00 AM.
Brown Line Shuttle Service
There is also a special "shuttle" service. This shuttle runs only between the Kimball station and the Belmont station. It operates a bit longer than the main line. On weekdays and Saturdays, the shuttle runs until 2:20 AM. On Sundays, it runs until 2:00 AM.
Connecting to Other Lines
At the Belmont station, riders can easily switch trains. They can transfer to the Red Line. The Red Line runs 24 hours a day. This makes it easy to travel even late at night.
History of the Brown Line
The Brown Line has a long history. It started operating in its current form on August 1, 1949. Before that, parts of the line were used by different train services. The "L" system itself began over a hundred years ago. It helped Chicago grow into a big city.
Modernizing the Stations
Over the years, many Brown Line stations have been updated. Older stations were made more modern and accessible. This means they are easier for everyone to use. For example, the Rockwell Station was rebuilt and opened in 2006. These updates help keep the Brown Line a great way to travel.
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The new Rockwell Station opened on August 16, 2006
See also
In Spanish: Línea Marrón (Metro de Chicago) para niños
