How long does it take from Chicago to Forest Park by metro?

The journey from Chicago to Forest Park takes approximately 44 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 19.98 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Chicago to Forest Park?

The token fare from Chicago to Forest Park 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 Chicago for Forest Park?

At Chicago, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards 95th/Dan Ryan. Look for the electronic board showing "95th/Dan Ryan".

What is the last train from Chicago to Forest Park?

The last train from Chicago towards 95th/Dan Ryan departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Forest Park back towards Chicago departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Chicago to Forest Park?

There are 6 stops between Chicago and Forest Park on the Red Line. The stations are: Chicago, Grand, Lake, Jackson.

Chicago To Forest Park

ShortestShortest Route

Chicago

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards 95th/Dan Ryan

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

Grand

+5.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Lake

green interchangeorange interchange

+11 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Jackson

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.25 km

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

interchange Jackson — 5 min

Platform 1 · Blue Line ·Platform 3 Towards O'Hare

+5 min

Jackson

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

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

UIC–Halsted

+7.61 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Illinois Medical District

+15.22 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Forest Park

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

44 min

Total time

stops

19.98 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Chicago	05:00	23:00	Towards 95th/Dan Ryan
Forest Park	04:00	01:00	Towards Chicago

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

2.70 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.24 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~80 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹130

Auto

₹270

Cab

₹490

Estimates for 19.98 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Red Line

Departure station

Chicago

underground

Chicago, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Forest Park

underground

Forest Park, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Forest Park exit 1· Forest Park area♿

Forest Park exit 2· Forest Park area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines