How long does it take from 35th/Archer to Clark/Lake by metro?

The journey from 35th/Archer to Clark/Lake takes approximately 30 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 12.53 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from 35th/Archer to Clark/Lake?

The token fare from 35th/Archer to Clark/Lake is ₹2.5. With a smart card the fare is ₹2.5 (save ₹0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹2.5.

Which platform at 35th/Archer for Clark/Lake?

At 35th/Archer, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Clark/Lake. Look for the electronic board showing "Clark/Lake".

What is the last train from 35th/Archer to Clark/Lake?

The last train from 35th/Archer towards Clark/Lake departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Clark/Lake back towards 35th/Archer departs at 01:00.

How many stops from 35th/Archer to Clark/Lake?

There are 5 stops between 35th/Archer and Clark/Lake on the Orange Line. The stations are: 35th/Archer, Halsted, Roosevelt.

35th/Archer To Clark/Lake

ShortestShortest Route

35th/Archer

Platform 1·underground·Orange LineTowards Clark/Lake

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Halsted

+3.97 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Roosevelt

red interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground3.81 km

First train: 04:00Last train: 01:00

interchange Roosevelt — 5 min

Platform 5 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Harlem/Lake

+5 min

Roosevelt

red interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Harlem/Lake

First train: 04:00Last train: 01:00Doors open: right

Adams/Wabash

+5.79 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

State/Lake

brown interchangeorange interchange

+11.56 min

5.77 min · 2.9 km

Clark/Lake

blue interchangebrown interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground8.72 km

First train: 04:00Last train: 01:00

Route on the map

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FromTo

Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

12.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
35th/Archer	05:00	23:00	Towards Clark/Lake
Clark/Lake	04:00	01:00	Towards 35th/Archer

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹2.5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹2.5

Save ₹0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹2.5

Save ₹0 per ride

Use your Chicago "L" smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.69 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.78 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~50 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹86

Auto

₹180

Cab

₹326

Estimates for 12.53 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Orange Line

Departure station

35th/Archer

underground

35th/Archer, Chicago, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Clark/Lake

underground

Clark/Lake, Chicago, United States

Weekdays: 04:00 – 01:00(Sundays from 04:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Clark/Lake exit 1· The Loop♿

Clark/Lake exit 2· The Loop♿

Clark/Lake exit 3· The Loop♿

Clark/Lake exit 4· The Loop♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access