How long does it take from Chicago to Garfield by metro?

The journey from Chicago to Garfield takes approximately 44 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 19.73 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Chicago to Garfield?

The token fare from Chicago to Garfield 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 Garfield?

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 Garfield?

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

How many stops from Chicago to Garfield?

There are 7 stops between Chicago and Garfield on the Red Line. The stations are: Chicago, Grand, Lake, Jackson, Roosevelt.

Chicago To Garfield

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

+16.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Roosevelt

green interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11 km

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

interchange Roosevelt — 5 min

Platform 1 · 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

Cermak–McCormick Place

+5.79 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

35th–Bronzeville–IIT

+11.58 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Garfield

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

44 min

Total time

stops

19.73 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Chicago	05:00	23:00	Towards 95th/Dan Ryan
Garfield	05:00	23:00	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

2.66 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.22 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~79 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹128

Auto

₹266

Cab

₹484

Estimates for 19.73 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

Garfield

underground

Garfield, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines