How long does it take from Grand to Ashland by metro?

The journey from Grand to Ashland takes approximately 34 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 11.85 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Grand to Ashland?

The token fare from Grand to Ashland 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 Ashland?

At Grand, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Howard. Look for the electronic board showing "Howard".

What is the last train from Grand to Ashland?

The last train from Grand towards Howard departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ashland back towards Grand departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Grand to Ashland?

There are 5 stops between Grand and Ashland on the Red Line. The stations are: Grand, Chicago.

Grand To Ashland

ShortestShortest Route

Grand

Platform 2·underground·Red LineTowards Howard

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

Chicago

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.75 km

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

interchange Chicago — 5 min

Platform 2 · Brown Line ·Platform 1 Towards Adams/Wabash

+5 min

Chicago

Platform 1·underground·Brown LineTowards Adams/Wabash

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

Merchandise Mart

+3.48 min

3.48 min · 1.64 km

Clark/Lake

blue interchangegreen interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.28 km

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

interchange Clark/Lake — 5 min

Platform 3 · Green Line ·Platform 5 Towards Harlem/Lake

+5 min

Clark/Lake

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Platform 5·underground·Green LineTowards Harlem/Lake

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

Clinton

+5.79 min

5.79 min · 2.91 km

Ashland

Arrive Platform 2·underground5.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

11.85 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Grand	05:00	23:00	Towards Howard
Ashland	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

1.60 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.73 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~47 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹82

Auto

₹172

Cab

₹310

Estimates for 11.85 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

Ashland

underground

Ashland, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines