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

The journey from Chicago to Midway takes approximately 43 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 16.14 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Chicago to Midway?

The token fare from Chicago to Midway 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 Midway?

At Chicago, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Howard. Look for the electronic board showing "Howard".

What is the last train from Chicago to Midway?

The last train from Chicago towards Howard departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Midway back towards Chicago departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Chicago to Midway?

There are 8 stops between Chicago and Midway on the Red Line. The stations are: Chicago, Clark/Division, Fullerton.

Chicago To Midway

ShortestShortest Route

Chicago

Platform 2·underground·Red LineTowards Howard

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

Clark/Division

+5.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Fullerton

brown interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.5 km

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

interchange Fullerton — 5 min

Platform 1 · Brown Line ·Platform 3 Towards Kimball

+5 min

Fullerton

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Brown LineTowards Kimball

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

Belmont

red interchange

+3.48 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Addison

+6.96 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Western

Arrive Platform 2·underground4.91 km

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

interchange Western — 5 min

Platform 2 · Orange Line ·Platform 2 Towards Midway

+5 min

Western

Platform 2·underground·Orange LineTowards Midway

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

Kedzie

+3.97 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Pulaski

+7.94 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

Midway

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

43 min

Total time

stops

16.14 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Chicago	05:00	23:00	Towards Howard
Midway	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

2.18 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.00 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~65 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹106

Auto

₹224

Cab

₹406

Estimates for 16.14 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

Midway

underground

Midway, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Midway exit 1· Midway Airport♿

Midway exit 2· Midway Airport♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines