Passenger trains haven't run between the two cities since 1981.
Metra will use its Milwaukee District West line and relationships with the Union Pacific Railroad to extend service beyond Elgin to reach Rockford, with expected stops in Huntley and Belvidere.Boarding locations in Chicago and Rockford, as well as a fare structure and schedules, are still to be determined.
"This makes Rockford and every community along the line even more attractive as a home to families and to businesses," said Gov. J.B. Pritzker, who attended a news conference in Rockford on Thursday morning to announce the new rail service. "This is a major step for Illinois - bringing back the two largest regions of Illinois through passenger rail," Metra CEO Jim Derwinski said.SEE ALSO: Higher-speed Amtrak service between Chicago, St. Louis takes effect MondayTo reach Rockford, a connection ultimately will have to be built between Metra and the Union Pacific tracks in Elgin. Work will also include improved grade crossings, upgraded bridges, and stations that will be built in Huntley and Belvidere.
Engineering studies are also required to determine the scope of track improvements needed to support increasing speeds from existing freight operations that peak at 40 mph to enable passenger speeds of 79 mph between Elgin and Rockford.
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