How long does it take from Clark/Division to Clark/Lake by metro?

The journey from Clark/Division to Clark/Lake takes approximately 18 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 6.03 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Clark/Division to Clark/Lake?

The token fare from Clark/Division to Clark/Lake 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 Clark/Division for Clark/Lake?

At Clark/Division, 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 Clark/Division to Clark/Lake?

The last train from Clark/Division towards 95th/Dan Ryan departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Clark/Lake back towards Clark/Division departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Clark/Division to Clark/Lake?

There are 3 stops between Clark/Division and Clark/Lake on the Red Line. The stations are: Clark/Division, Chicago.

Clark/Division To Clark/Lake

ShortestShortest Route

Clark/Division

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

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

Chicago

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.75 km

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

interchange Chicago — 5 min

Platform 1 · Brown Line ·Platform 1 Towards Adams/Wabash

+5 min

Chicago

Platform 1·underground·Brown LineTowards Adams/Wabash

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

Merchandise Mart

+3.48 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Clark/Lake

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.28 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

18 min

Total time

stops

6.03 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Clark/Division	05:00	23:00	Towards 95th/Dan Ryan
Clark/Lake	04:00	01:00	Towards Clark/Division

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

0.81 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.37 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~24 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹46

Auto

₹102

Cab

₹182

Estimates for 6.03 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Red Line

Departure station

Clark/Division

underground

Clark/Division, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Clark/Lake

underground

Clark/Lake, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Clark/Lake exit 1· The Loop♿

Clark/Lake exit 2· The Loop♿

Clark/Lake exit 3· The Loop♿

Clark/Lake exit 4· The Loop♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access