Metra Sunrise Express
Description
The Sunrise Express is an early morning reverse commute train operating on the Metra UP North Line from Chicago to Waukegan. The service enables reverse commuters to meet 7AM work start times of north suburban employers. Other benefits include a viable suburb-to-suburb option for commuters living north of Chicago and an additional inbound train.
Funding History
2007
Local Federal Total
$250,000 $250,000 $500,000
2008
Local Federal Total
$179,000 $179,000 $358,000
Current Activities
Metra implemented the project April 2, 2007. JARC funding for this project was exhausted in October 2011. In its last year of funding the project averaged 8,121 trips per month.
Metra continues to provide the service with its own funds.
Project Type
Operating
Project Year
Project Status
Completed
Grantee
Metra
Planning Program
Section 5310 / JARC / NF
Funding Amounts by Source
| Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Local | $429,000 |
| Federal | $429,000 |
Last Updated 09.17.2014