Question 1

How many stations are on the Brown Line?

Accepted Answer

The Brown Line has 12 stations, running from Kimball to Adams/Wabash over 18 km.

Question 2

What is the first and last station on the Brown Line?

Accepted Answer

The Brown Line runs from Kimball (one terminus) to Adams/Wabash (other terminus). Trains operate in both directions throughout the day.

Question 3

When was the Brown Line opened?

Accepted Answer

The Brown Line was first opened in 1907 as part of the Chicago 'L' network.

Question 4

Which stations on the Brown Line have interchange connections?

Accepted Answer

The Brown Line has 4 interchange station(s): Belmont (connects to Red Line); Fullerton (connects to Red Line); Clark/Lake (connects to Blue Line, Green Line, Orange Line); State/Lake (connects to Green Line, Orange Line).

Question 5

How long does it take to travel the entire Brown Line?

Accepted Answer

End-to-end travel on the Brown Line from Kimball to Adams/Wabash takes approximately 39 minutes (18 km at an average speed of 33 km/h including station dwell time). Trains run every 4–4 minutes during peak hours.

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