Is it safe to ride the L train in Chicago?

In fact, the L has been safer than ever over the past five years since the Chicago Transit Authority's much-publicized expansion and installation of a $26 million surveillance network consisting of 3,600 cameras on rail cars and platforms.



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Chicago 'L' Stop Accolades
  • Most Dangerous L Stop: Belmont Red Line.
  • Stop With Most Assault and Batteries: Belmont Red Line.
  • Stop with most Robbery and Burglaries: State/Lake Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple Line.
  • Stop with Most Sex Crimes: Tied: Belmont Red, Argle Red, Grand Red, Washington Blue.


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Taxi services and rideshares are reliable options for tourists to get around Chicago safely, especially during late hours.

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You should be fine on the Blue Line. I have always taken the train, inexpensive and avoids the traffic you'll see out the train window. Permit me to add -- one of the best parts of riding the Blue Line from O'Hare is watching all the cars stuck in traffic as you whiz by.

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Overall, the Loop is an extremely safe neighborhood and district, that attracts millions of visitors each year.

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The safest spot in a train, during an accident, is the center of the train, said Mann, who was the principal author of the Federal Railway Safety Act in 1970. Because if there is a front-end collision or a rear-end collision, the damages will be greater at those locations.

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The CTA Red Line provides direct service to Wrigley Field via the accessible station at Addison. Fans can transfer to Red Line trains from all other rail lines and from most east-west bus routes.

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Chicago is an extremely walkable city, from our downtown to our vibrant neighborhoods. Explore this map of pedestrian-friendly streets for the best areas to explore by foot.

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Taking a cross-country train trip in America, such as on Amtrak or other rail companies, can generally be considered safe. However, it is important to keep in mind a few factors: 1. Crime: While crime rates on trains are generally low, it is always advisable to take basic precautions.

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Ride the “L” Chicago's train system is known as the “L.” The name originated from a shortened version of the word “elevated.” Much like riding the New York City subway system, getting around Chicago on the “L” is easier than it appears. The train system services 140 stations located throughout the city.

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