How long does it take from Ashland to Harold Washington Library by metro?

The journey from Ashland to Harold Washington Library takes approximately 33 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 13.46 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ashland to Harold Washington Library?

The token fare from Ashland to Harold Washington Library 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 Ashland for Harold Washington Library?

At Ashland, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Ashland/63rd. Look for the electronic board showing "Ashland/63rd".

What is the last train from Ashland to Harold Washington Library?

The last train from Ashland towards Ashland/63rd departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Harold Washington Library back towards Ashland departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Ashland to Harold Washington Library?

There are 6 stops between Ashland and Harold Washington Library on the Green Line. The stations are: Ashland, Clinton, Clark/Lake.

Ashland To Harold Washington Library

ShortestShortest Route

Ashland

Platform 1·underground·Green LineTowards Ashland/63rd

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

Clinton

+5.79 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Clark/Lake

blue interchangebrown interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground5.82 km

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

interchange Clark/Lake — 5 min

Platform 5 · Orange Line ·Platform 7 Towards Midway

+5 min

Clark/Lake

blue interchangebrown interchangegreen interchange

Platform 7·underground·Orange LineTowards Midway

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

State/Lake

brown interchangegreen interchange

+3.97 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Adams/Wabash

+7.94 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

LaSalle/Van Buren

+11.91 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Harold Washington Library

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.64 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

13.46 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ashland	05:00	23:00	Towards Ashland/63rd
Harold Washington Library	05:00	23:00	Towards Ashland

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

1.82 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.83 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~54 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹90

Auto

₹192

Cab

₹346

Estimates for 13.46 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Green Line

Departure station

Ashland

underground

Ashland, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Harold Washington Library

underground

Harold Washington Library, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines