How long does it take from Garfield to LaSalle/Van Buren by metro?

The journey from Garfield to LaSalle/Van Buren takes approximately 30 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 12.55 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Garfield to LaSalle/Van Buren?

The token fare from Garfield to LaSalle/Van Buren 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 Garfield for LaSalle/Van Buren?

At Garfield, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Harlem/Lake. Look for the electronic board showing "Harlem/Lake".

What is the last train from Garfield to LaSalle/Van Buren?

The last train from Garfield towards Harlem/Lake departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from LaSalle/Van Buren back towards Garfield departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Garfield to LaSalle/Van Buren?

There are 5 stops between Garfield and LaSalle/Van Buren on the Green Line. The stations are: Garfield, 35th–Bronzeville–IIT, Cermak–McCormick Place, Roosevelt.

Garfield To LaSalle/Van Buren

ShortestShortest Route

Garfield

Platform 2·underground·Green LineTowards Harlem/Lake

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

35th–Bronzeville–IIT

+5.79 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Cermak–McCormick Place

+11.58 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Roosevelt

red interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground8.73 km

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

interchange Roosevelt — 5 min

Platform 3 · 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

+3.97 min

3.97 min · 1.91 km

LaSalle/Van Buren

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

12.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Garfield	05:00	23:00	Towards Harlem/Lake
LaSalle/Van Buren	05:00	23:00	Towards Garfield

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

1.69 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.78 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~50 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹86

Auto

₹180

Cab

₹326

Estimates for 12.55 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Green Line

Departure station

Garfield

underground

Garfield, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

LaSalle/Van Buren

underground

LaSalle/Van Buren, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines