How long does it take from Cermak–McCormick Place to Harold Washington Library by metro?

The journey from Cermak–McCormick Place to Harold Washington Library takes approximately 15 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 4.82 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cermak–McCormick Place to Harold Washington Library?

The token fare from Cermak–McCormick Place 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 Cermak–McCormick Place for Harold Washington Library?

At Cermak–McCormick Place, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Harlem/Lake. Look for the electronic board showing "Harlem/Lake".

What is the last train from Cermak–McCormick Place to Harold Washington Library?

The last train from Cermak–McCormick Place towards Harlem/Lake departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Harold Washington Library back towards Cermak–McCormick Place departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Cermak–McCormick Place to Harold Washington Library?

There are 2 stops between Cermak–McCormick Place and Harold Washington Library on the Green Line. The stations are: Cermak–McCormick Place, Roosevelt.

Cermak–McCormick Place To Harold Washington Library

ShortestShortest Route

Cermak–McCormick Place

Platform 2·underground·Green LineTowards Harlem/Lake

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

Roosevelt

red interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.91 km

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

interchange Roosevelt — 5 min

Platform 3 · Orange Line ·Platform 5 Towards Midway

+5 min

Roosevelt

red interchangegreen interchange

Platform 5·underground·Orange LineTowards Midway

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

Harold Washington Library

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.91 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

15 min

Total time

stops

4.82 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Cermak–McCormick Place	05:00	23:00	Towards Harlem/Lake
Harold Washington Library	05:00	23:00	Towards Cermak–McCormick Place

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

0.65 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.30 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~19 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹38

Auto

₹88

Cab

₹156

Estimates for 4.82 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Green Line

Departure station

Cermak–McCormick Place

underground

Cermak–McCormick Place, 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