By Exordium Gaming Metra is considering renaming its commuter rail lines primarily to simplify the system and make it more user-friendly for new and occasional riders. The renaming effort is also tied to Metra taking over operations of the Union Pacific lines this spring, necessitating a change in those lines’ names. The current system’s inconsistent and sometimes confusing names, such as those related to the Milwaukee Road or freight railroads, are also prompting Metra to rethink its naming convention in Chicago, United States.
- Taking over Union Pacific lines: Metra will soon be operating the Union Pacific North, Northwest, and West lines, meaning the current names referencing Union Pacific will be phased out.
- Simplifying the system: Metra believes clear and consistent line names can make the system easier to understand for all riders, especially those who are new or infrequent users.
- Overlapping colors and inconsistent abbreviations: The current system has inconsistencies in line naming and color coding, making it harder for riders to differentiate between lines.
- System-wide signage program: Metra is in the middle of a system-wide signage program, making it a natural time to consider renaming the lines as part of the overhauling of signs.
- Public feedback: Metra is actively soliciting feedback from riders through surveys and outreach events to gauge their preferences for the new naming system.
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