How long does it take from Grand to 35th/Archer by metro?

The journey from Grand to 35th/Archer takes approximately 29 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 12.06 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Grand to 35th/Archer?

The token fare from Grand to 35th/Archer 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 Grand for 35th/Archer?

At Grand, 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 Grand to 35th/Archer?

The last train from Grand towards 95th/Dan Ryan departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from 35th/Archer back towards Grand departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Grand to 35th/Archer?

There are 5 stops between Grand and 35th/Archer on the Red Line. The stations are: Grand, Lake, Jackson, Roosevelt.

Grand To 35th/Archer

ShortestShortest Route

Grand

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

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

Lake

green interchangeorange interchange

+5.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Jackson

blue interchange

+11 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Roosevelt

green interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.25 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

Halsted

+3.95 min

3.95 min · 1.9 km

35th/Archer

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.81 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

29 min

Total time

stops

12.06 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Grand	05:00	23:00	Towards 95th/Dan Ryan
35th/Archer	05:00	23:00	Towards Grand

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

1.63 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.75 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~48 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹82

Auto

₹174

Cab

₹316

Estimates for 12.06 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Red Line

Departure station

Grand

underground

Grand, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

35th/Archer

underground

35th/Archer, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines