How long does it take from Halsted to Lake by metro?

The journey from Halsted to Lake takes approximately 20 minutes by Chicago "L", covering 7.4 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Halsted to Lake?

The token fare from Halsted to Lake 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 Halsted for Lake?

At Halsted, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Clark/Lake. Look for the electronic board showing "Clark/Lake".

What is the last train from Halsted to Lake?

The last train from Halsted towards Clark/Lake departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Lake back towards Halsted departs at 01:00.

How many stops from Halsted to Lake?

There are 3 stops between Halsted and Lake on the Orange Line. The stations are: Halsted, Roosevelt.

Halsted To Lake

ShortestShortest Route

Halsted

Platform 1·underground·Orange LineTowards Clark/Lake

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

Roosevelt

red interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground1.9 km

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

interchange Roosevelt — 5 min

Platform 5 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Howard

+5 min

Roosevelt

green interchangeorange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Howard

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

Jackson

blue interchange

+5.5 min

5.5 min · 2.75 km

Lake

green interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.5 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

7.4 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Halsted	05:00	23:00	Towards Clark/Lake
Lake	04:00	01:00	Towards Halsted

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

1.00 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.46 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~30 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.5

Bike

₹54

Auto

₹118

Cab

₹212

Estimates for 7.4 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Harlem/LakeAshland/63rd

Orange Line

Departure station

Halsted

underground

Halsted, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Lake

underground

Lake, Chicago, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Lake exit 1· The Loop♿

Lake exit 2· The Loop♿

Lake exit 3· The Loop♿

Lake exit 4· The Loop♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access