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

The journey from Clark/Lake to Jackson takes approximately 15 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 7.82 km across 2 stops.

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

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

At Clark/Lake, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards O'Hare. Look for the electronic board showing "O'Hare".

What is the last train from Clark/Lake to Jackson?

The last train from Clark/Lake towards O'Hare departs at 01:00 on weekdays. The last train from Jackson back towards Clark/Lake departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Clark/Lake to Jackson?

There are 2 stops between Clark/Lake and Jackson on the Blue Line. The stations are: Clark/Lake, Washington, Jackson.

Clark/Lake To Jackson

ShortestShortest Route

Clark/Lake

brown interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

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

Washington

+7.61 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Jackson

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

15 min

Total time

stops

7.82 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Clark/Lake	04:00	01:00	Towards O'Hare
Jackson	04:00	01:00	Towards Clark/Lake

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

1.06 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.48 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~31 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹56

Auto

₹124

Cab

₹222

Estimates for 7.82 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Blue Line

Departure 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

Arrival station

Jackson

underground

Jackson, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Jackson exit 1· Jackson area♿

Jackson exit 2· Jackson area♿

Jackson exit 3· Jackson area♿

Jackson exit 4· Jackson area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access