Yes, all Metra train lines in the Chicago area are fully accessible to individuals with disabilities. Metra has made significant efforts to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including modifying railcars and stations.
Are Metra trains ADA accessible?
Here’s a more detailed breakdown
- Accessible Railcars: All Metra diesel trains have at least one accessible car equipped with a wheelchair lift, an accessible seating area, and scrolling LED signs for passengers with hearing impairments. The Metra Electric Line is fully accessible.
- Accessible Stations: Over 80% of Metra’s 243 stations are either fully or partially accessible. This includes features like ramps, elevators, signage, and tactile edges on platforms.
- Assistance: Metra staff and on-board personnel are trained to assist passengers with disabilities.
- Specific Needs: Customers with mobility devices and service animals are welcome on all Metra lines.
- Accessibility Information: Metra provides detailed information about accessibility features and station designations on their website and in their riders’ guide.
- CTA and Pace: The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) notes that all CTA and Pace vehicles are also fully ADA accessible.