Metra reopens Grayland station in Irving Park after years of construction

Grayland Metra Station Back Open After Years Of Construction

OLD IRVING PARK — After four years of construction, the Grayland Metra station in Old Irving Park has reopened. Located at 3729 N. Kilbourn Ave., the station connects the northern suburbs and Northwest Siders to the heart of downtown. The station’s $39.5 million renovation included the replacement of an aging bridge, which was built in 1899 and is located just north of the station. Upgrades also include longer station platforms, two heated shelt…

Metra reopens Grayland station in Irving Park after years of construction

Metra reopened Thursday its Grayland station on the Northwest Side after nearly four years of construction. The renovated station features longer platforms, ADA-compliant ramps and stairs and new warming shelters. Riders had been using a temporary stop a few blocks south of the remodeled station at 3729 N. Kilbourn St. The station is part of Metra's Milwaukee District North line. “It’s been great,” said Eva Yusa. “Especially considering the cons…