How long does it take from Forest Park to Harold Washington Library by metro?

The journey from Forest Park to Harold Washington Library takes approximately 42 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 16.39 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Forest Park to Harold Washington Library?

The token fare from Forest Park to Harold Washington Library 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 Forest Park for Harold Washington Library?

At Forest Park, 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 Forest Park to Harold Washington Library?

The last train from Forest Park towards O'Hare departs at 01:00 on weekdays. The last train from Harold Washington Library back towards Forest Park departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Forest Park to Harold Washington Library?

There are 5 stops between Forest Park and Harold Washington Library on the Blue Line. The stations are: Forest Park, Illinois Medical District, UIC–Halsted, Jackson.

Forest Park To Harold Washington Library

ShortestShortest Route

Forest Park

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

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

Illinois Medical District

+7.61 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

UIC–Halsted

+15.22 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Jackson

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground11.73 km

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

interchange Jackson — 5 min

Platform 3 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Howard

+5 min

Jackson

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Howard

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

Roosevelt

green interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.75 km

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

interchange Roosevelt — 5 min

Platform 1 · Orange Line ·Platform 5 Towards Midway

+5 min

Roosevelt

red interchangegreen interchange

Platform 5·underground·Orange LineTowards Midway

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

Harold Washington Library

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.91 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

16.39 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Forest Park	04:00	01:00	Towards O'Hare
Harold Washington Library	05:00	23:00	Towards Forest Park

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

2.21 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.02 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~66 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹108

Auto

₹226

Cab

₹410

Estimates for 16.39 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Blue Line

Departure 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

Arrival station

Harold Washington Library

underground

Harold Washington Library, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines