How long does it take from Fullerton to Illinois Medical District by metro?

The journey from Fullerton to Illinois Medical District takes approximately 48 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 21.57 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Fullerton to Illinois Medical District?

The token fare from Fullerton to Illinois Medical District 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 Fullerton for Illinois Medical District?

At Fullerton, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Howard. Look for the electronic board showing "Howard".

What is the last train from Fullerton to Illinois Medical District?

The last train from Fullerton towards Howard departs at 01:00 on weekdays. The last train from Illinois Medical District back towards Fullerton departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Fullerton to Illinois Medical District?

There are 7 stops between Fullerton and Illinois Medical District on the Red Line. The stations are: Fullerton, Clark/Division, Chicago, Grand, Lake, Jackson.

Fullerton To Illinois Medical District

ShortestShortest Route

Fullerton

brown interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Howard

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

Clark/Division

+5.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Chicago

+11 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Grand

+16.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Lake

green interchangeorange interchange

+22 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Jackson

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground13.75 km

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

interchange Jackson — 5 min

Platform 1 · Blue Line ·Platform 3 Towards O'Hare

+5 min

Jackson

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Blue LineTowards O'Hare

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

UIC–Halsted

+7.61 min

7.61 min · 3.91 km

Illinois Medical District

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

48 min

Total time

stops

21.57 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Fullerton	04:00	01:00	Towards Howard
Illinois Medical District	05:00	23:00	Towards Fullerton

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

2.91 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.34 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~86 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹140

Auto

₹288

Cab

₹524

Estimates for 21.57 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Red Line

Departure station

Fullerton

underground

Fullerton, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Fullerton exit 1· DePaul University♿

Fullerton exit 2· DePaul University♿

Fullerton exit 3· DePaul University♿

Fullerton exit 4· DePaul University♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Illinois Medical District

underground

Illinois Medical District, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines