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SEARCHThe announcement highlights the long-standing partnership between the Class I railroad and the commuter rail system, dating back to Metra's creation in 1983.
Commuter rail service runs on the BNSF-operated line with BNSF crews seven days a week on Metra’s busiest route, between Chicago and Aurora.
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Chicago’s Metra successfully renegotiated the terms of a new contract with BNSF Railway, extending commuter rail service on the BNSF Line in the Chicago area for another 10 years.
The announcement highlights the long-standing partnership between the Class I railroad and the commuter rail system, dating back to Metra's creation in 1983.
“Metra and BNSF have been collaborative partners for decades, working together to make sure residents of communities along the line are well-served with safe, reliable, fast, and affordable service,” said Metra Executive Director/CEO Jim Derwinski. “We are happy to lock in our working relationship with this fair agreement for another decade and look forward to continuing to deliver for BNSF riders.”
The agreement has a five-year term that began on April 1, 2026, with a five-year automatic extension unless either party elects to terminate.
Commuter rail service runs on the BNSF-operated line with BNSF crews seven days a week on Metra’s busiest route, between Chicago and Aurora.
The new 10-year agreement signifies the continuation and strengthening of the long-standing partnership between Metra and BNSF, ensuring reliable commuter rail services.
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